Best 4 Jerk Spice Rubbed Chicken Legs Recipes

Are you craving a flavorful and tantalizing dish that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Jamaica? Look no further than jerk spice rubbed chicken legs! This delectable recipe combines the bold and spicy flavors of jerk seasoning with the succulent taste of chicken legs, creating a culinary experience that will leave you craving for more. With its aromatic blend of allspice, thyme, scotch bonnet peppers, and a hint of sweetness, jerk spice adds an irresistible kick to the tender and juicy chicken legs. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will awaken your senses and leave you longing for your next bite.

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PERFECT BAKED JERK CHICKEN

Perfect Baked Jerk Chicken image

I was on the hunt for a perfect jerk seasoning, not too sweet, not too spicy. I finally perfected my own. Hope you like it!

Provided by angielee26

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 3h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon dried minced garlic
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 (2 to 3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
¼ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

Make the jerk rub by combining the salt, allspice, brown sugar, onion powder, garlic, nutmeg, pepper, ginger, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, and thyme. Toss the chicken pieces with the spice mixture, then cover, and marinate in the refrigerator 2 to 4 hours.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Pour the vegetable oil into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Place the chicken pieces skin-side up into the baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour 20 minutes, until no longer pink near the bone. Turn the oven on to broil, and cook until the skin crisps, 2 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 571.7 calories, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 88.3 mg, Fat 52.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 457.6 mg, Sugar 1 g

JERK SPICE-RUBBED CHICKEN LEGS

Jerk Spice-Rubbed Chicken Legs image

We took the traditional Jamaican jerk spice and simplified it. Before you call the authenticity police, give it a try on roast chicken legs.

Provided by Andy Baraghani

Categories Bon Appétit Spice Chicken Roast Cinnamon Clove Thyme Dinner Jamaica Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 (4-inch) piece cinnamon stick
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon allspice berries
2 teaspoons black peppercorns
2 teaspoons whole cloves
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
4 chicken legs (thigh and drumstick)
Kosher salt
Special Equipment
A spice mill or a mortar and pestle

Steps:

Preheat oven to 425°F. Whack cinnamon stick with the back side of a chef's knife to break into small pieces. Toast cinnamon, allspice, peppercorns, and cloves in a dry small skillet over medium-high, tossing, until fragrant, about 2 minutes; let cool.
Grind spices, brown sugar, thyme, and cayenne in spice mill or with mortar and pestle to a fine powder. Mix oil and 2 Tbsp. spice rub in a small bowl (save remaining rub for another use). Rub chicken legs with jerk spice mixture; season with salt. Place on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until golden brown and cooked through, 30-35 minutes.
Do Ahead
Jerk spice can be made 3 months ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

JERK MARINADE SEASONING RUB

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This is a blend of more than 12 herbs and spices combined in a delicious array of spicy superb-ness! Cinnamon, thyme, cayenne pepper, garlic, onion, allspice, and so much more is so good that you will never buy a store-bought version of jerk seasoning again!

Provided by awakenedone

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

3 tablespoons onion powder
3 tablespoons dried thyme
3 tablespoons ground allspice
3 tablespoons cracked black pepper
2 tablespoons turbinado sugar
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 ½ tablespoons sea salt
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried marjoram
1 tablespoon dried sage
1 tablespoon dried rosemary

Steps:

Whisk onion powder, thyme, allspice, black pepper, turbinado sugar, garlic powder, sea salt, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, marjoram, sage, and rosemary together in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.6 calories, Carbohydrate 53.3 g, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 13.5 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 3991.2 mg, Sugar 19.2 g

JAMAICAN JERK CHICKEN AND SEASONING

Jamaican Jerk Chicken and Seasoning image

I was fortunate to receive an old family recipe from a business associate who is from Jamaica for jerk seasoning. We like it so much that I make 2# batches at a time. For those of you not familiar with Jerk, it is a spicy, sweet, tangy and HOT seasoning for grilled meat, pork and chicken particularly. This spice blend recipe will make enough for several batches, but remember, the idea is to put as much on the meat as you can get to stick.

Provided by Smoky Okie

Categories Chicken

Time 2h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

2 tablespoons ground thyme
1 tablespoon ground rosemary
1 tablespoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 1/2 tablespoons sea salt
1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons ground scotch bonnet peppers (habanero)
12 bay leaves (finely crumbled)
1/3 cup sugar
3 lbs chicken (pieces, wings, halves, whatever)
1 lime, juice of
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

Combine all but chicken, lime juice and oil in mixing bowl and whisk to mix well.
Whisk together lime juice and olive oil.
Rub chicken well with lime/oil mix. Do not marinate.
Coat chicken with dry seasoning/spice mixture. The idea here is to get as much as possible to stick to the chicken. We store our seasoning in a leftover spice container with large sprinkle holes and use that to season. This is not a rub, so it should not be applied in rub fashion.
Refrigerate 1-3 hours, then remove from refrigerator and allow to come to near room temperature.
Prepare grill for direct/indirect grilling.
Grill chicken over hot direct fire. Don't worry about the black, it's supposed to be there. In fact, 30-40% of the skin should end up black, but it will not be bitter.
Once seared, remove to the indirect heat area of the grill and cook to 165* internal temperature.
One quick dance across the direct heat before serving will help crisp it a bit.
Serve with plenty of napkins.

Tips:

For a milder jerk rub, reduce the amount of scotch bonnet peppers or eliminate them altogether.
If you don't have allspice berries, you can substitute ground allspice.
If you're short on time, you can marinate the chicken for as little as 30 minutes. However, the longer you marinate it, the more flavorful it will be.
To get crispy skin on your chicken, make sure to pat it dry before cooking.
Cook the chicken over medium heat to prevent it from burning.
Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice and beans, grilled vegetables, or coleslaw.

Conclusion:

This jerk spice rubbed chicken legs recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The jerk rub gives the chicken a slightly spicy and smoky flavor that is sure to please everyone. Whether you're cooking for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this recipe is sure to be a hit.