Sheet Pan Jerk-Spiced Caribbean Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs are coated in a vibrant jerk spice blend and roasted alongside sweet bell peppers and red onions for a colorful Caribbean-inspired meal. This caribbean-inspired chicken ready in about 50 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, olive oil, jerk seasoning for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 10 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs with 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp jerk seasoning, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs skin side up on a large sheet pan. Scatter 1 sliced red bell pepper, 1 sliced yellow bell pepper, and 1 large red onion cut into wedges evenly around the chicken.
  3. Step 3: Roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes, until the chicken skin is crisp and the internal temperature reaches 165°F, and the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven and drizzle 1 tbsp fresh lime juice over the chicken and vegetables before serving for a bright finish.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Jerk-Spiced Caribbean Chicken Thighs take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (10 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Sheet Pan Jerk-Spiced Caribbean Chicken Thighs?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Jerk-Spiced Caribbean Chicken Thighs?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Sheet Pan Jerk-Spiced Caribbean Chicken Thighs for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Sheet Pan Jerk-Spiced Caribbean Chicken Thighs?

Caribbean chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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