๐ฅ Fiery Jerk Chicken with Mad Dog 357 Ghost Pepper ๐ฅ
This Caribbean-style jerk chicken is bold, smoky, and packed with spice from traditional jerk seasonings and the intense heat of Mad Dog 357 Ghost Pepper Hot Sauce! ๐ถ๏ธ๐ฅ๐ฏ๐ฒ Get ready for an explosion of flavor and fire!
๐ Ingredients:
For the Jerk Marinade:
- 1 whole chicken (cut into pieces) or 4 bone-in chicken thighs ๐๐ฅ
- 2 tbsp olive oil ๐ซ
- 2 tbsp soy sauce ๐ถ
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice ๐
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar ๐
- 1 small onion (chopped) ๐ง
- 3 cloves garlic (minced) ๐ง
- 2 green onions (chopped) ๐ข
- 1 tsp fresh ginger (grated) ๐ซ
- 1 tbsp brown sugar ๐ค
- 1 tsp salt ๐ง
- 1/2 tsp black pepper โซ
- 1 tsp smoked paprika ๐
- 1 tsp allspice ๐ฐ
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon ๐ฟ
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg ๐ฐ
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme ๐ฟ
- 1-2 tsp Mad Dog 357 Ghost Pepper Hot Sauce ๐๐ฅ (Adjust based on heat tolerance!)
๐ฅ Instructions:
1๏ธโฃ Make the Jerk Marinade
- In a blender or food processor, combine all marinade ingredients, including the Mad Dog 357 Ghost Pepper Hot Sauce. ๐ถ๏ธ๐ฅ
- Blend until smooth.
2๏ธโฃ Marinate the Chicken
- Place chicken in a bowl or ziplock bag and coat with the marinade. ๐๐ฅ
- Cover and marinate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best!) in the fridge. โ๏ธโณ
3๏ธโฃ Grill the Chicken
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375-400ยฐF). โจ๏ธ
- Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, turning occasionally until charred and cooked through (internal temp 165ยฐF). ๐๐ฅ
๐ฅ No grill? Bake at 375ยฐF for 40-45 minutes, then broil for 3-5 minutes for a charred effect! ๐ฅโจ๏ธ
4๏ธโฃ Serve & Enjoy!
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then serve hot! ๐๐ฅ
- Garnish with extra lime wedges and fresh thyme. ๐๐ฟ
- Serve with rice & peas, grilled plantains, or coleslaw for a full Caribbean meal! ๐๐ฅฅ
๐ฅ Warning: Mad Dog 357 Ghost Pepper Hot Sauce is EXTREMELY hot! Use with caution and adjust based on spice tolerance! ๐๐ฅ
Would you like a cool dipping sauce to balance the heat? ๐๐ฅฅ๐ฅ