How spicy is Ryan’s Jamaican jerk chicken?

This dish is a genuine 🌶🌶🌶 level thanks to scotch bonnet peppers – one of the hottest and most flavourful chillies in the Caribbean. The heat is noticeable and builds, but it’s balanced by the sweet smoke and aromatic spices. The cumin turmeric rice is there to cool and balance each bite. If you’re sensitive to spice, this might be intense – but for heat seekers, it’s exactly as it should be.

Why is rice served with jerk chicken, and how does it help?

In Jamaica, rice is the natural partner to jerk chicken because it balances the fire. The cumin and turmeric in Ryan’s rice add earthiness and warmth, while the fluffy grains provide relief from the scotch bonnet heat. Together, they create the perfect rhythm of spice and comfort in every mouthful.

What does “jerk” mean in Jamaican cooking?

The word “jerk” refers both to the unique seasoning blend and the traditional cooking method used in Jamaica. The marinade always includes scotch bonnet peppers and allspice (pimento), combined with fresh herbs and warming spices. Traditionally, meat is slow-cooked over pimento wood, giving it a smoky depth and signature flavour. Jerk isn’t just about heat – it’s about layers of flavour, from fiery to sweet to aromatic, all working together. Ryan’s recipe honours these traditions while adapting the technique for home delivery, so you can enjoy authentic jerk flavour without the smokehouse.

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Ryan's Jamaican Jerk Chicken & Cumin Rice

Name: Ryan's Jamaican Jerk Chicken & Cumin Rice
Brand: Ryan
Price: 19.5 AUD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.5 (4 reviews)

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Authentic Jamaican Jerk Chicken, Made by Ryan with Love

Ryan’s Jamaican Jerk Chicken is the real deal; bold, smoky, fiery, and full of flavour. Tender chicken thighs are marinated in a traditional jerk paste of scotch bonnet peppers, fresh thyme, ginger, garlic, and warming spices like allspice, nutmeg, and cinnamon. The chicken is then smoked slowly to absorb all those deep, earthy flavours before being finished on the barbecue for that unmistakable charred crust and juicy inside.

It’s a dish Ryan has perfected over nearly two decades since first tasting jerk chicken in Toronto’s Caribbean community. Every batch pays homage to the street stalls of Kingston, where jerk chicken is more than food, it’s culture. Served with fragrant cumin and turmeric basmati rice cooked in chicken stock, the meal delivers a complete Caribbean experience that balances fire with comfort.

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Preparation Instructions

Step 1 - Defrost first in the microwave or overnight in the fridge

Step 2 - Remove lid

Step 3 - Reheat in the microwave for 4-5 mins (or cover with foil and reheat in the oven)

Our foil containers are microwave safe!

Ingredients & Allergens

Ingredients: Chicken thigh fillets, scotch bonnet peppers, garlic peeled, fresh thyme leaves, fresh ginger, green onions,soy sauce, allspice powder, nutmeg, cinnamon, clove powder, kosher salt, olive oil.

Cumin & Turmeric Rice: basmati rice, water, turmeric powder, cumin seeds, chicken stock cubes, salt, lemon juice

Contains: Gluten, Soy

Serving Size, Spice & Suggestions

Serving: 1 Person (2 Chicken Thighs & Rice)

😋 Jerk Chicken is best eaten with a flavoured rice (provided), and a yoghurt sauce on the side.

🌶️ Spice Level -Hot

About Your Cook

HI, I'm Ryan

I’ve been a foodie as far back as I can remember, having a love for cuisines from all over the world. Growing up in Sydney with such a multicultural society, I've had the privilege to let my taste buds experience flavours from regions far and wide.

I try to reflect this experience in my cooking style, serving various styles of dishes at the table for my family of four. I also share my recipes online on my very own YouTube channel so I look forward to sharing my food with you!

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Storage & Delivery

This dish has been handmade with love in small batches by Ryan, before being freshly frozen for your convenience.

Keep frozen for up to 2 months from purchase, once thawed keep refrigerated and serve within 48 hours.

We deliver across NSW, VIC, SA, ACT and QLD. To check if we deliver to you enter your postcode and suburb in the delivery checker at the top of our page. ☝🏻

Perfect For....

Experiencing authentic Jamaican jerk chicken without travelling
Those who love bold, smoky flavours layered with heat and aromatic spices
If you want more adventurous meals that go beyond the ordinary takeaway

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: This dish is a genuine 🌶🌶🌶 level thanks to scotch bonnet peppers – one of the hottest and most flavourful chillies in the Caribbean. The heat is noticeable and builds, but it’s balanced by the sweet smoke and aromatic spices. The cumin turmeric rice is there to cool and balance each bite. If you’re sensitive to spice, this might be intense – but for heat seekers, it’s exactly as it should be.
: In Jamaica, rice is the natural partner to jerk chicken because it balances the fire. The cumin and turmeric in Ryan’s rice add earthiness and warmth, while the fluffy grains provide relief from the scotch bonnet heat. Together, they create the perfect rhythm of spice and comfort in every mouthful.
: The word “jerk” refers both to the unique seasoning blend and the traditional cooking method used in Jamaica. The marinade always includes scotch bonnet peppers and allspice (pimento), combined with fresh herbs and warming spices. Traditionally, meat is slow-cooked over pimento wood, giving it a smoky depth and signature flavour. Jerk isn’t just about heat – it’s about layers of flavour, from fiery to sweet to aromatic, all working together. Ryan’s recipe honours these traditions while adapting the technique for home delivery, so you can enjoy authentic jerk flavour without the smokehouse.

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Jeremy K.
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3 months ago
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Ryan's Jamaican Jerk Chicken & Cumin Rice
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Feel the heat!
This is my favourite dish from Food St! Its starts off subtle, but then the Jerk strikes! This chicken is a jerk and I love it!
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AJ
1 year ago
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5 Stars
A friend brought this on a recent camping trip. Having a Trini background have to say this dish takes me back home! Love the flavour of the chicken.
It has a slight kick to it, but that is what authentic Jerk is meant to be like. Tasty cumin rice as well. Slight variation from the traditional rice and beans, but really enjoyed it.
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1 year ago
Thanks so much AJ, Ryan will love hearing that!!
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Egi K.
7 months ago
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Ryan's Jamaican Jerk Chicken & Cumin Rice
A very hearty meal. The cumin rice complements the chicken perfectly.
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JR
2 years ago
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good Caribbean chicken
It was good, however portion was a little small.
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We proudly deliver across NSW, ACT, VIC, SA and QLD. All orders are delivered in Eco-friendly Silversheen Liners and Recyclable Boxes with ice packs.

Delivery dates and rates are dependant on your location. Please check your delivery dates int he delivery checker at the top of the page.

We proudly deliver across NSW, ACT, VIC, SA and QLD. All orders are delivered in Eco-friendly Silversheen Liners and Recyclable Boxes with ice packs.

Delivery dates and rates are dependant on your location. Please check your delivery dates int he delivery checker at the top of the page.

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