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oven jerk chicken breast recipe

Oven Jerk Chicken Breast Recipe

Discover the ultimate oven jerk chicken breast recipe for juicy, flavorful results every time. Perfectly spiced and easy to make at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

boneless, skinless chicken breasts
jerk seasoning
freshly squeezed lime juice
olive oil
ginger
brown sugar
soy sauce
garlic paste

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or foil
  • Resealable plastic bag or covered dish
  • Meat thermometer
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
  3. Score the surface of the chicken lightly with a knife.
  4. Mix jerk seasoning, olive oil, lime juice, and any optional extras in a bowl.
  5. Slather the marinade all over the chicken, ensuring it is fully coated.
  6. Place the marinated chicken in a resealable bag or a covered dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight).
  7. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  8. Arrange the marinated chicken breasts on the baking sheet, spacing them apart for even cooking.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  10. Let the chicken rest, covered loosely with foil, for about 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Calories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg
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