Jamaican Honey Jerk Chicken with White Rice delivers bold Caribbean flavour with the perfect balance of sweet heat and smoky jerk seasoning. Made with tender boneless chicken, Grace Jerk Sauce, garlic, and honey, this easy Jamaican recipe is ready in just 30 minutes, with optional stovetop smoker or liquid smoke methods for authentic jerk flavour. The fluffy white rice can be cooked easily on the stove or in a rice cooker, making it a convenient weeknight or meal-prep favourite.
This dish is inspired by the flavours we proudly serve at Jamaican Cooking Experience, bringing real Jamaican home cooking to our community across Milton, Mississauga, Toronto, Hamilton, Guelph, Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge.
Ready in 30 minutes
Sweet, spicy, and smoky Caribbean flavour
Optional stovetop smoker or liquid smoke for authentic jerk taste
Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep
Inspired by real Jamaican home cooking
1 lb boneless chicken breast or chicken thighs
1 tbsp grated garlic
1 tbsp all-purpose seasoning
2–3 tbsp honey (to taste)
1 tbsp oil
Optional for smoky flavour:
½–1 tsp liquid smoke OR
Stovetop smoker with applewood or pimento wood chips
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 cups water
½ tsp salt
1 tsp butter or oil (optional)
Stovetop method: Rinse rice until water runs clear. Add rice, water, salt, and butter to a pot. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
Rice cooker method: Rinse rice until water runs clear. Add rice, water, salt, and butter/oil to your rice cooker, and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Fluff once done.
In a bowl, combine chicken, grated garlic, all-purpose seasoning, Grace Jerk Sauce, and honey.
For smoky flavour without a smoker: add ½–1 tsp liquid smoke and mix well.
Let it sit while the rice cooks.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chicken in a single layer.
Cook 4–5 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through.
Let the sauce reduce into a sticky honey jerk glaze.
Preheat stovetop smoker according to manufacturer’s instructions.
Add applewood or pimento wood chips.
Smoke chicken for 10–12 minutes until cooked through.
Finish in a hot skillet for 2–3 minutes to caramelize the honey glaze.
Serve Jamaican Honey Jerk Chicken over fluffy white rice with:
Fried plantains
Steamed cabbage or callaloo
Coleslaw
Fresh avocado slices
Chicken thighs give the juiciest results
Use liquid smoke sparingly—a little goes a long way
Finishing smoked chicken in a pan enhances the glaze
Adjust honey for sweetness or jerk sauce for extra heat
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Reheats well and is perfect for meal prep
How do I get smoky flavour without a smoker?
Add ½–1 teaspoon of liquid smoke to the seasoning mix.
Can I smoke this on the stove?
Yes! A stovetop smoker gives an authentic smoky flavour without needing an outdoor grill.
This recipe is inspired by the flavours we share at Jamaican Cooking Experience, where food is about culture, connection, and real island taste. We proudly serve clients across Milton, Mississauga, Toronto, Hamilton, Guelph, Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge, bringing authentic Jamaican cuisine straight to your table.
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