Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is NOT safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.
Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.
"Pepper is small in quantity and great in virtue." -Plato
Bang, bang, you're done. Keep some jerk rub in your spice cabinet and you can toss it on shrimp or chicken thighs. A little sweet salsa is easy to make and in 30 minutes you are ready to put on some Jimmy Buffett and chow down.
Servings: 2 | Serving size: 4 ounces chicken
Cooking Time: 30 Minutes
This recipe can easily be multiplied and leftovers are great in sandwiches or salads. This recipe also requires making Jerk Rub.
Serve with Caribbean Rice (shown) or Coconut Rice [Low Sodium Coconut Rice along with either Mango Salsa or Pineapple Salsa.
Prepare the barbecue (medium heat) if the jerk is to be grilled. If using a grill pan instead of using a grill, preheat oven to 400°F and place the grill pan inside.
Place the thighs and jerk seasoning blend in a zipper bag, seal, and shake the bag until the thighs are thoroughly coated. Let marinate at least ten minutes.
Thread the thighs onto metal or soaked wooden skewers (for the grill). For the grill pan, spray the pan with oil and then place the thighs in the grill pan and return to the oven.
Grill on the barbecue or grill pan for about 4 minutes on the first side and then turn. Total cooking time will be about 8-10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 4 ounces chicken
Servings: 2
Amount Per Serving
Calories 138 | Calories from Fat 40 |
% Daily Value |
Total Fat 4g | 7% |
Saturated Fat 1g | 6% |
Monounsaturated Fat 1g | |
Trans Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 93mg | 31% |
Sodium 147mg | 6% |
Total Carbohydrates 1g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 0g | 1% |
Sugars 0g | |
Protein 22g |
Vitamin A 2% | Vitamin C 0% |
Calcium 2% | Iron 8% |
Vitamin K 5 mcg | Potassium 273 mg |
Magnesium 29 mg |