This jerk chicken is something special! It’s smoky, spicy, and packed with flavor, the kind of recipe that makes your whole backyard smell amazing. Now, I’m no Jamaican pitmaster, but I did my best to stay true to that bold, fiery jerk flavor while putting my own spin on it. We’re talking a killer marinade, the perfect balance of heat and sweetness, and just the right amount of char on the grill. If you love big flavors and a little heat, you have to give this one a try.
For this recipe, chicken thighs are soaked in a jerk marinade and then grilling them directly over charcoal to get that good grilled flavor. As they cook, they're glazed with jerk sauce until they are chargrilled and caramelized! Then the juicy, sweet and spicy chicken thighs are sliced and served on a toasted brioche bun with an island slaw and a delicious calypso sauce!