Jerk-Style Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon grated lime rind
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon ground allspice
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 to 2 tablespoons finely chopped jalapeño pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 3 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 6 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 1 pound)
• 3 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• Cooking spray
• Parsley sprigs (optional)
• Lime slices (optional)

Preparation

1. Combine first 12 ingredients in a blender; process until well blended. Pour mixture into a large heavy-duty zip-top plastic bag; add onion and chicken. Seal bag; marinate in refrigerator 1 to 2 hours, turning bag occasionally.
2. Prepare grill.
3. Remove chicken from bag; discard marinade. Place chicken on grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill chicken, covered, 5 minutes on each side or until done. Garnish with parsley and lime slices, if desired.