Crock Pot Jerk Chicken

Savor the bold, tropical flavors of Crock Pot Jerk Chicken—an effortless slow-cooked dish that brings a taste of the Caribbean straight to your kitchen. Tender chicken thighs are coated in a vibrant jerk marinade made from aromatic spices, fresh ginger, lime juice, and a hint of heat from Scotch bonnet peppers. Layered over sweet onions and cooked low and slow, this dish yields fall-off-the-bone chicken infused with deep, rich flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back gatherings, it’s served best over rice with a side of plantains or steamed vegetables. Garnished with fresh cilantro and green onions, this easy crock pot recipe is a surefire way to spice up your dinner routine.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:375 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on or skinless)
• 2 tablespoons Jerk seasoning
• 1 large Onion (sliced)
• 4 units Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 unit Scotch bonnet pepper (finely chopped, or substitute with habanero for less heat)
• 2 teaspoons Thyme (fresh or dried)
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 units Green onions (sliced, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken thighs with half of the jerk seasoning, ensuring every piece is evenly coated. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the remaining jerk seasoning, soy sauce, lime juice, grated ginger, minced garlic, brown sugar, and thyme. Stir well to create a fragrant marinade.

Step 3

Prepare the crock pot by layering the sliced onion on the bottom. This will create a flavorful base and prevent the chicken from sticking.

Step 4

Place the chicken thighs on top of the onion layer in the crock pot.

Step 5

Pour the marinade evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated. Add the finely chopped Scotch bonnet pepper for heat, adjusting the amount to suit your spice preference.

Step 6

Add 1/2 cup of water to the crock pot to prevent the sauce from drying out and to enhance the flavor as the chicken cooks.

Step 7

Cover the crock pot with its lid and set it to cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. The chicken should be tender and almost falling off the bone when it's done.

Step 8

Once cooked, use a spoon to drizzle some of the delicious sauce from the crock pot over the chicken before serving.

Step 9

Garnish with sliced green onions and chopped fresh cilantro for added freshness and color.

Step 10

Serve hot over rice, with a side of steamed vegetables or plantains for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1242.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2045.9

Total Fat 120.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 734.8mg	0%
Sodium 7264.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g	0%
Total Sugars 49.6g
Protein 191.6g	0%

Vitamin D 63.5IU	0%
Calcium 181.0mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 2604.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.5%

Protein: 36.5%

Carbs: 12.1%