Description
Discover the ultimate crockpot jerk chicken recipe that combines vibrant Caribbean spices with effortless slow‑cooking. This dish features juicy chicken thighs marinated in a bold jerk seasoning, simmered with onions, garlic, bell pepper, and green onions in a fragrant broth. In just a few hours the meat becomes fork‑tender, soaking up the aromatic sauce. Perfect for meal‑prep, family dinners, or casual gatherings, this recipe delivers authentic flavor without the hassle of constant monitoring.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the jerk seasoning with olive oil to create a paste.
- Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken thighs.
- Place the chicken in the crockpot and add the chopped onions, garlic, and sliced bell pepper.
- Pour chicken broth over the top and cover.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours until chicken is tender.
Notes
- For extra smoky flavor
- add a splash of liquid smoke to the broth. Adjust heat by adding cayenne pepper if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 6-8 hrs
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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