Tropical Jerk Chicken

Serves 6

151 calories

2g fat

3g carbohydrates

28g protein

99mg sodium

1g fiber

Ingredients

¼ cup yellow onions, coarsely chopped

¼ cup green onions, coarsely chopped

¼ cup white onions, coarsely chopped

1 clove fresh garlic, minced

2 tablespoons cider vinegar

2 teaspoons brown sugar

1 teaspoon thyme

1 teaspoon allspice

1 teaspoon olive oil

½ teaspoon nutmeg

1 teaspoon jalapeño pepper

½ teaspoon all-purpose seasoning

6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Jerk is a style of cooking, popular in Jamaica, that combines a variety of onions with spices to create a rub. This is a very healthy and low-calorie way to flavor your food.

  • Add the three types of coarsely chopped onions in a food processor and mix ten seconds until blended together.

  • In a bowl, add onion mixture and remaining ingredients except for chicken. Mix well.

  • Coat each chicken breast with mixture.

  • Place chicken on grill and cook for 6 minutes on each side.

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