Jamaican Jerk Spiced Chicken
This recipe for easy Jamaican jerk seasoned chicken is the perfect solution for busy weeknights. With pantry spices, it's an easy and flavorful way to turn everyday chicken into something special.
Ingredients
- 5 chicken legs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp light brown sugar packed
- 2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp ground allspice
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1 1/8 tsp kosher salt
- 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425˚F.
- Set the chicken drums on the counter to rest at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before cooking.
- Pat the chicken drumsticks with a paper towel to remove surface moisture.
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken drums with oil to coat them.
- In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients to form a dry rub. Liberally sprinkle the dry rub on the chicken, tossing to coat all sides of the chicken drums.
- Place the kitchen in a baking dish or foil-lined baking sheet. Place on the center rack and bake for about 40 minutes or until cooked through.
Notes
Adapted by Chew Out Loud