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  • Caribbean Jerk Chicken

    Jerk chicken recipe
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    Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. in nutrition
    Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. in nutrition
    Preparation 15 min
    Cooking 20 min
    Refrigeration 0 min
    Freezing 0 min
    10 servings
    Piece of cake (easy)
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    Caribbean Jerk Chicken

    Delicious Marinated Chicken Served With Couscous

    Ahh the Caribbean! A dreamy place rich in culture and unique flavours. Plus, there’s a ton of intensely flavoured spices. This Caribbean jerk chicken will expand your food horizons in just one meal! The secret of this recipe? Its marinade!

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    Bon
    à savoir

    Spices are good for health!

    Did you know eating spicy food was good for the digestive system? Capsaicin, found in chili peppers, acts as a vasodilator and helps restore the gastrointestinal mucosa. Studies have shown they have beneficial effects on gastritis (inflammation of the lining of the stomach) and gastric ulcer. So, don’t hesitate to add some spice to your meals like in this jerk chicken recipe!

  • Ingredients

      Marinade for jerk-style Caribbean chicken

      • Caribbean chicken

    Preparation

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      Jerk chicken

Nutritional Information

  • Calories
    322 Kcal
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    Calories are units of energy. They represent a measurable quantity of energy brought by a food. Your energetic needs depend on your age, height, weight, gender and how active you are. The average need ranges around 2000 calories/day. A higher or inferior intake might affect your weight.
  • Lipids
    12 g
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    Lipids (fats) are essential to your body. They are an important source of energy. However, an excessive consumption is associated with weight gain and higher risks of chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular problems. Unsaturated fats are preferable to saturated or trans fats.
  • Saturated fats
    2.9 g
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    Saturated fats, commonly known as “bad fats”, are mostly found in processed foods and in some products of animal origin. If consumed in excess, they can have adverse effects on cardiovascular health, including increases in LDL-cholesterol levels. Try to eat better lipids such as those found in fish, nuts, oilseeds, and oils!
  • Cholesterol
    138 mg
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    Your body mainly uses cholesterol to produce hormones. It is only found in foods of animal origin such as meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products. However, dietary cholesterol has little to no influence on your cholesterol level compared to saturated and trans fats.
  • Sodium
    553 mg
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    In small quantities, sodium is an essential nutrient for your body. However, you probably eat too much of it without even being aware, and this overconsumption can have adverse effects on your health. Indeed, excess sodium targets organs and can lead to hypertension.
  • Carbohydrates
    20 g
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    Carbohydrates are a good source of energy. They are your brain’s main source of fuel for all functions. The carbohydrate group is divided into simple and complex sugars, fibers, and starches. Carbohydrates are mostly found in fruits, dairy products, baked goods, pastries, sweets, cereals, and legumes. It is recommended to not eat high quantities of added sugars. Limit your intake to 50 g/day.
  • Fibers
    3.3 g
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    Fibers have many health benefits. They are divided into two types: soluble and insoluble fibers. Soluble fibers can reduce your cholesterol level and help regulate glycemia (blood sugar levels). As for insoluble fibers, they increase stool bulk and regulate bowel function. Since they slow down the digestion process, they promote satiety, which contributes to appetite and weight control. You should consume at least 30 g everyday.
  • Proteins
    33 g
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    Protein has different roles in your body. They are essential to muscle, blood, and even skin development! In fact, protein build most of your bodily structures. They also provide all the amino acids your body needs to make neurotransmitters, new molecules, enzymes, and even certain hormones!
Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. in nutrition

Recipe developed with passion and good humor by:

Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. in nutrition

Se démarquant par son authenticité et son dynamisme, Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. en nutrition, vulgarise la science de la nutrition et développe de savoureuses recettes. À travers ses nombreux projets entrepreneuriaux, Hubert adore voyager, la bonne bouffe, le bon vin et fréquenter de bonnes adresses gourmandes.

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