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Instant Pot Jerk Chicken Recipe

Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Marinate1 hr
Total Time1 hr 45 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 315kcal
Author: Becky Hardin

Ingredients

  • 2 green onions roughly chopped
  • 1/2 onion roughly chopped
  • 2 Scotch bonnet or habanero peppers* SEE NOTE
  • 1 small knob fresh ginger 1 inch, peeled
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 tablespoon ground allspice
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or any vinegar
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs

Instructions

  • Prepare the marinade: Place all the ingredients except the chicken in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture is mostly smooth. Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl and pour in the marinade. Toss chicken in the marinade until well-coated. Cover the bowl and place in the refrigerator to marinate at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours.
  • Cook the chicken: Place the chicken and marinade in the Instant Pot. Press the Manual Button and set the timer for 30 minutes on high pressure. Naturally release or manually release the pressure once cooking is complete. Remove the chicken to shred and then return to the pot to soak in the juices until ready to serve.

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Notes

* Remove the ribs and seeds of the peppers to reduce the spiciness of the marinade.

Nutrition

Calories: 315kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 215mg | Sodium: 1000mg | Potassium: 636mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 162IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 3mg