Spicy Caribbean Jerk Chicken Drumsticks
Experience the exotic flavors of the Caribbean with these Spicy Caribbean Jerk Chicken Drumsticks. This easy-to-follow recipe blends a rich combination of spices and fresh ingredients, delivering a deliciously marinated chicken that cooks to perfection in a slow cooker. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, allspice, and a hint of heat from jalapenos, these drumsticks are an ideal one-dish meal to share with family or friends. Serve alongside rice and beans for a complete taste of Jamaica right in your home.
2
Servings
225
Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
Garlic powder
1.5 teaspoons (none)
Ground allspice
0.5 teaspoon (none)
Cayenne pepper
0.25 teaspoon (none)
Ground black pepper
0.25 teaspoon (none)
Ground nutmeg
0.25 teaspoon (none)
Ground cinnamon
0.25 teaspoon (none)
Kosher salt
0.5 tablespoon (none)
Granulated sugar
0.25 tablespoon (none)
Vegetable oil
2 tablespoons (none)
Soy sauce
2 tablespoons (none)
White vinegar
0.25 cup (none)
Orange juice
0.125 cup (none)
Lemon juice
0.5 tablespoon (none)
Jalapeno peppers
2 small (seeded and chopped finely)
Green onion
0.75 (chopped)
Skinless chicken drumsticks
6 (none)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the garlic powder, ground allspice, cayenne pepper, ground black pepper, ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, kosher salt, and granulated sugar. Whisk the spices together until well blended.
2
Add the vegetable oil, soy sauce, white vinegar, orange juice, lemon juice, and finely chopped jalapeno peppers to the spice mixture. Stir until a uniform marinade has formed.
3
In your crock pot, place the skinless chicken drumsticks. Pour the marinade over the drumsticks, making sure they are well-coated.
4
Cover and cook on warm for 7-8 hours or on low for 4-6 hours. During the cooking process, gently shift the drumsticks every couple of hours to ensure even marination and cooking.
5
Once cooked, serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions. Enjoy your flavorful jerk chicken with rice and beans or your choice of sides.
Nutrition Information
12g
Fat
7.5g
Carbs
17.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spicy Caribbean Jerk Chicken?
It is a flavorful Caribbean dish featuring chicken drumsticks marinated in a blend of aromatic spices like allspice, nutmeg, and cinnamon, then slow-cooked to perfection.
How many servings does this jerk chicken recipe make?
This specific recipe is designed to provide 2 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving of Spicy Caribbean Jerk Chicken Drumsticks contains approximately 225 calories.
What are the main spices used in the jerk seasoning?
The seasoning includes garlic powder, ground allspice, cayenne pepper, black pepper, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
How do I cook the jerk chicken drumsticks?
The drumsticks are cooked in a slow cooker (crock pot) either on the warm setting for 7-8 hours or on the low setting for 4-6 hours.
Should the chicken skin be left on?
No, the recipe calls for using skinless chicken drumsticks.
What ingredients provide the heat in this recipe?
The heat comes from a combination of cayenne pepper and two small seeded, finely chopped jalapeno peppers.
What liquids are used for the marinade?
The marinade uses vegetable oil, soy sauce, white vinegar, orange juice, and lemon juice.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving contains about 17.5 grams of protein.
How much fat is in one serving of this dish?
There are 12 grams of fat per serving.
What are the total carbohydrates per serving?
Each serving contains 7.5 grams of carbohydrates.
What sides go well with Caribbean jerk chicken?
It is traditionally served with rice and beans for a complete Jamaican-inspired meal.
How many chicken drumsticks do I need?
You will need 6 skinless chicken drumsticks for this recipe.
Should I stir the chicken while it is in the slow cooker?
Yes, you should gently shift the drumsticks every couple of hours to ensure even marination and cooking.
What garnish is recommended?
The recipe recommends garnishing the hot chicken with chopped green onions.
Is there sugar in this recipe?
Yes, 0.25 tablespoons of granulated sugar are used to balance the spices in the marinade.
What type of vinegar should I use?
The recipe specifies using white vinegar.
How much garlic powder is required?
You need 1.5 teaspoons of garlic powder.
Can I use any type of salt?
The recipe calls for 0.5 tablespoon of kosher salt.
How many ingredients are in this recipe in total?
There are 16 ingredients in this recipe.
Is this considered a one-dish meal?
Yes, it is categorized as a one-dish meal.
What type of oil is best for the marinade?
The recipe recommends using 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
Does the recipe use orange juice?
Yes, 0.125 cup of orange juice is added to the marinade.
How should I prepare the jalapeno peppers?
The jalapenos should be seeded and chopped finely before being added to the spice mixture.
Is ground allspice necessary for jerk chicken?
Yes, allspice is a key component of Caribbean jerk flavor; this recipe uses 0.5 teaspoon.
Can I substitute the soy sauce?
While the recipe calls for soy sauce, you could use tamari or liquid aminos as a substitute if needed.
How much ground nutmeg is used?
The recipe uses 0.25 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
How much lemon juice is included?
The recipe calls for 0.5 tablespoon of lemon juice.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include jerk chicken, Caribbean cuisine, slow cooker, spicy chicken, and comfort food.
Is this a fast recipe to prepare?
The prep involves mixing ingredients, but the cooking time is long (4-8 hours) as it is a slow cooker recipe.