Rum-Spiced Caribbean Jerk Chicken Skewers

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Tender chicken marinated in a spicy rum and jerk seasoning mixture, grilled to smoky perfection. This Caribbean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, dark rum, jerk seasoning for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup dark rum, 2 tbsp jerk seasoning, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well combined.
  2. Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs cut chicken thighs to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for deeper flavor.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated chicken pieces onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, leaving some space between pieces.
  4. Step 4: Grill skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until chicken is cooked through and edges are slightly charred.
  5. Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with lime wedges if desired.

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