Jamaican Jerk Chicken

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Ingredients

1. 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
2. 3 medium scallions, chopped
3. 2 Scotch bonnet chiles, chopped
4. 2 garlic cloves, chopped
5. 1 tablespoon five-spice powder
6. 1 tablespoon allspice berries, coarsely ground
7. 1 tablespoon coarsely ground pepper
8. 1 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
9. 1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
10. 1 teaspoon salt
11. 1/2 cup soy sauce
12. 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
13. Two 3 1/2- to 4-pound chickens, quartered

1. In a food processor, combine the onion, scallions, chiles, garlic, five-spice powder, allspice, pepper, thyme, nutmeg and salt; process to a coarse paste. With the machine on, add the the soy sauce and oil in a steady stream. Pour the marinade into a large, shallow dish, add the chicken and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Bring the chicken to room temperature before proceeding.
2. Light a grill. Grill the chicken over a medium-hot fire, turning occasionally, until well browned and cooked through, 35 to 40 minutes. (Cover the grill for a smokier flavor.) Transfer the chicken to a platter and serve.