Island Heat Meets Coffee Depth: Jerk Coffee Roasted Chicken with Xaymaca Boldness

Bring bold Caribbean flavors to your table with this unforgettable Jerk Coffee Roasted Chicken. Infused with the spicy complexity of traditional jerk seasoning and the smooth, smoky essence of Xaymaca Coffee, this dish is rich, layered, and full of character. Whether you’re entertaining or just elevating your weeknight dinner, this is roasted chicken reimagined—with depth and attitude.

Why Coffee Belongs in Jerk Marinade

Jerk seasoning is already complex—blending heat, herbs, and spice. But when you add Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee, you amplify the richness. Xaymaca Coffee, brewed from 100% Blue Mountain beans, brings a smooth, slightly sweet body with earthy cocoa notes that balance the heat of Scotch bonnet, the tang of lime, and the warmth of allspice. The coffee doesn’t overpower—it grounds the marinade and enhances the caramelized crust when roasted.

Recipe: Jerk Coffee Roasted Chicken with Xaymaca Fire

Ingredients:

• 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or 2 whole leg quarters)
• ¼ cup brewed Xaymaca Coffee (strong and cooled)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp jerk seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: ½ tsp ground allspice or a splash of soy sauce for added umami

Directions:

1. Make the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together Xaymaca Coffee, olive oil, jerk seasoning, garlic, brown sugar, lime juice, and optional ingredients. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Marinate the chicken: Place chicken in a dish or bag and coat thoroughly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.
3. Roast to perfection: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place chicken on a lined baking tray or cast iron skillet. Roast for 35–45 minutes, or until skin is crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
4. Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs, lime wedges, or grilled pineapple.

Flavor That Smokes the Competition

This Jerk Coffee Roasted Chicken offers a layered flavor profile that’s smoky, spicy, and subtly sweet. It pairs beautifully with coconut rice, grilled plantains, or a crisp mango slaw—and it tastes just as good the next day. With Xaymaca Coffee anchoring the marinade, the chicken develops a deep, caramelized crust that turns heads at every table.

Perfect for backyard dinners, bold meal prep, or bringing Caribbean flair to your Sunday roast.