Grilled Jerk Chicken Ala Bobby Flay

Ingredients

• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 1 large yellow onion, coarsely chopped
• 3 scallions, coarsely chopped
• 2 scotch bonnet peppers, stem and seeds removed
• 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
• 4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
• 2 tablespoons thyme leaves, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, ground
• 1 pinch ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 16 chicken pieces

Directions

1. 1

   Puree all the ingredients, except the chicken, in a food processor until almost smooth.

2. 2

   Pierce the chicken with a fork to make tiny holes.

3. 3

   Place the chicken in a large shallow baking dish and rub the marinade into the chicken.

4. 4

   Cover and refrigerate for 24 to 48 hours, depending on how intense you want the flavor to be.

5. 5

   Preheat grill.

6. 6

   Grill chicken on each side for 5 to 6 minutes or until cooked through.