Perfect for summer grilling this keto-friendly Jerk Chicken is made low-carb by simply leaving out the traditional brown sugar that makes its way into the traditional seasoning. Don’t worry though, this Jerk Chicken is still packed with flavor from the spicy rub. You have a few options on how you would like to cook the chicken too!
Ingredients (makes 6 servings)
- 3.5 lbs bone-in chicken pieces (1.6 kg) – will yield about 60% meat, 960 g/ 2.1 lbs meat
- 4 large garlic cloves (20 g/ 0.7 oz)
- 1” piece fresh ginger (10 g/ 0.4 oz)
- 3 green onions (60 g/ 2.1 oz)
- 1 habanero pepper (4 g/ 0.1 oz)
- 2 tbsp ground allspice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup lime juice (60 ml/ 2 fl oz)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (30 ml)
- lime wedges, for serving
- Optional: for a more authentic flavor, add a tablespoon of granulated Erythritol or Swerve to the seasoning
- Optional: serve with cauli-rice and grilled low-carb vegetables
