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Baked Jamaican Pineapple Jerk Chicken

Baked Jamaican Pineapple Jerk Chicken: Taste the Tropics Tonight

Baked Jamaican Pineapple Jerk Chicken combines spicy jerk seasoning with sweet pineapple for a vibrant, tropical dish that excites the palate.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs skinless
  • 2 tablespoons Jerk Seasoning homemade or store-bought
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 1 medium Onion can substitute with shallots
  • 2 tablespoons Honey maple syrup can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh
For the Pineapple
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks fresh or canned
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnish
  • optional Fresh Cilantro or Parsley

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • baking dish
  • whisk
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the jerk seasoning, soy sauce, honey, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and chopped onion. Whisk until well blended.
  2. Add the skinless chicken thighs, ensuring they are completely coated in the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or overnight for enhanced flavor.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  4. Lightly grease a large baking dish and arrange the marinated chicken thighs in the dish. Pour any remaining marinade over the chicken.
  5. Carefully distribute pineapple chunks around the chicken in the baking dish.
  6. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F.
  7. Optionally broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for a crispy finish.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper cooking.

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