Looking for spice in your life but don’t know where to begin? Here is Jerk Chicken and Cabbage & Greens to get you started. Juicy spicy Chicken Thighs pairs perfectly with a blend of Cabbage & Greens all made in a Skillet. Simply prepared without all the hard work going into it.
Jerk seasoning is a blend of spices which often include thyme, garlic, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and lots of heat derived from scotch bonnet peppers. You can use as little or as much as you want depending on your level of heat you can handle. A perfect seasoning infused in Chicken delivering a spicy tasting profile mimicking sweet heat in every bite. I’m a Chicken Thigh kind of gal but no worries if you are not. Enjoy with Chicken Breast, Wing, Leg or any desired protein of your choice. Substitute to your preference and keep in mind of cooking times that may need adjustment.
Cabbage and Greens are both some of my favorite sides I enjoy with many different types of meals. While Cabbage has many different types of cooking methods, sautés beautifully into a sweet tender bite. Collard Greens are a more robust and bitter bite. While you can enjoy it different ways, it pairs well with Cabbage giving you the best of both worlds. With an addition of Bacon Fat to give it a mildly smoked flavor, sautéed Cabbage & Greens makes for a great side for Jerk Chicken and Cabbage & Greens. While I kept this meal a bit on the healthier side of things, there are many other options you can incorporate here. Add in Rice and Peas for a full Jamaican fare, salad or any other side that makes you happier than I just made you. Let’s head on over to the kitchen and get to cooking!
Jerk Chicken and Cabbage & Greens
Equipment
- Skillets
- Cutting Board
- Knife
Ingredients
Protein
- 6 Bone in, Skin on Chicken Thighs Clean, excess fat removed.
Produce
- 1 Small head of Cabbage Sliced.
- 4 cups Collard Greens Sliced.
- 1 Yellow Onion Sliced.
Seasonings
- 1 tbsp Garlic Herb Seasoning No Salt.
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tbsp Jerk Seasoning Dry blend.
- 1 tbsp Adobo
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- Salt
- Black Pepper
Oil
- Bacon Fat Optional
- Olive Oil
Instructions
Chicken Preparation
- Place Chicken, Garlic Herb Seasoning, Cumin, Jerk Seasoning, Adobo, Onion Powder and a generous drizzle of Olive Oil into a mixing bowl. Using your hands, mix and massage ingredients into Chicken being sure to coat throughly on all sides. Cover and let marinade for an hour.**This can be prepared the night before and placed in refrigerator to marinade overnight for better flavor.
Cabbage and Greens
- Heat Skillet on medium high. Add a generous amount of Olive Oil and a couple spoons of Bacon fat (optional) in Skillet.
- Add Cabbage, Collard Greens and Onions. Sauté stirring periodically until Cabbage and Greens begin to soften.
- Add a generous amount of Salt & Pepper to taste and continue sautéing until fork tender. Cooking time will vary depending on how much you are cooking. May take 15-20 minutes or so. Lower temperature to low, cover to remain warm.
Jerk Chicken
- Heat Skillet on medium high. Drizzle Olive Oil to lightly coat the Skillet.
- Add Chicken skin side down to Skillet. Sear Chicken for 15-20 minutes until skin is browned and crispy. Flip over and continue searing for additional 10 minutes or until internal cooking temperature reaches 165-170℉. Remove and place on dish to rest until serving.
Serving
- Serve pan seared Chicken over sautéed Cabbage & Greens. Enjoy!
