Soy-Free Jerk Chicken Strips
Bursting with bold, spicy flavors, these Soy-Free Jerk Chicken Strips are a delicious twist on traditional jerk recipes, perfect for those avoiding soy-based ingredients. This easy-to-follow recipe features tender strips of chicken breast marinated in a fragrant blend of lime juice, garlic, Scotch bonnet peppers, fresh thyme, and warm spices like allspice, cinnamon, and nutmeg. With a touch of brown sugar for balance and a kick of heat, these oven-baked strips develop a mouthwatering char that's as satisfying as it is versatile. Ready in under an hour, they’re ideal as a standalone main course or a flavorful addition to salads, wraps, or grain bowls. Discover the irresistibly smoky, Caribbean-inspired taste of these jerk chicken strips—no soy, just pure flavor-packed goodness!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and chopped
- 2 Green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
Directions
Step 1
Begin by slicing the chicken breast into thin strips, approximately 1 inch wide.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped scotch bonnet pepper, and chopped green onions.
Step 3
Add in the fresh thyme, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, black pepper, salt, and brown sugar to the mix, stirring well to create the jerk marinade.
Step 4
Place the chicken strips into the bowl of marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to penetrate the meat.
Step 5
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 6
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with a touch of olive oil.
Step 7
Arrange the marinated chicken strips on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred on the edges.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let the strips rest for a few minutes before serving.
Step 10
Serve warm as a main dish or incorporate into salads, wraps, or bowls for a flavorful meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (803.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1066.1 |
| Total Fat 45.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g | |
| Cholesterol 390.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3890.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 39.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.0g | |
| Protein 132.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 274.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2188.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories