Crockpot Jerk Chicken Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6-8 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes

My family asks for Crockpot Jerk Chicken Recipe on repeat, mostly because chicken thighs or, jerk seasoning, and olive oil are all it really takes to get there. crockpot jerk chicken keeps the hands-on time short and the payoff solid.

With minimal prep time and the ease of a crockpot recipe, you can set it and forget it while the chicken cooks to perfection. Serve it with rice and peas or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Easy Slow Cooker Jerk Chicken

This jerk chicken is marinated in a blend of spices and herbs, then slow-cooked until juicy and flavorful. The recipe takes about 8 hours in the crockpot and serves 4-6 people.

Ingredients

4-6 chicken thighs or drumsticks, skinless
2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 bell pepper, sliced
1-2 Scotch bonnet peppers, whole (adjust for spice level)
1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, mix the jerk seasoning with olive oil. Rub this mixture all over the chicken pieces.
Layer Ingredients: Place the sliced onion, garlic, and bell pepper at the bottom of the crockpot. Add the seasoned chicken on top.
Add Liquids: Pour the chicken broth, soy sauce, and brown sugar over the chicken. Add the whole Scotch bonnet peppers for heat.

Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Serve: Remove the Scotch bonnet peppers before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with rice, peas, or your choice of sides.