Saucy Caribbean Chicken

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Succulent grilled chicken marinated in a spicy, tangy Caribbean-style sauce
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This Saucy Caribbean Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the warmth of the islands to your backyard grill. The chicken is coated in a zesty mixture of chili sauce, fresh lemon juice, aromatics like garlic and ginger, and a kick from jalape&# 195;±o peppers. As it grills, the meat stays juicy while developing a smoky char, and the final brush of sauce adds a glossy, sweet-heat glaze. Perfect for summer barbecues, weeknight dinners, or potlucks, this recipe offers a bold taste experience that is both comforting and exciting. Serve it with rice and beans or tropical salads for a complete meal.

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Saucy Caribbean Chicken

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 67.9

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This Saucy Caribbean Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the warmth of the islands to your backyard grill. The chicken is coated in a zesty mixture of chili sauce, fresh lemon juice, aromatics like garlic and ginger, and a kick from jalape&# 195;±o peppers. As it grills, the meat stays juicy while developing a smoky char, and the final brush of sauce adds a glossy, sweet-heat glaze. Perfect for summer barbecues, weeknight dinners, or potlucks, this recipe offers a bold taste experience that is both comforting and exciting. Serve it with rice and beans or tropical salads for a complete meal.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Prepare the sauce by combining chili sauce, green onions, jalapeño pepper, garlic, oil, lemon juice, chicken broth, salt, ginger, and allspice in a small mixing bowl.
  2. Remove skin from chicken pieces if desired, rinse the chicken, and pat it thoroughly dry with paper towels.
  3. Preheat your gas grill to medium heat.
  4. Place chicken pieces, bone side up, on the grill rack over medium heat.
  5. Cover the grill and cook for 35 to 45 minutes, turning the chicken once halfway through the cooking time.
  6. Brush the chicken frequently with the prepared sauce during the last 10 minutes of grilling.
  7. Remove chicken from the grill when fully cooked and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 67.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.1g4%
Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 348.6mg15%
Total Carbohydrate 13.2g5%
Dietary Fiber 6.4g26%
Sugars 4.5g
Protein 2.8g6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: caribbean, chicken, grilled, spicy, sweet, tangy, glaze, summer, bbq, dinner, easy, family, meal, potluck, barbecue, gluten-free, dairy-free, healthy, protein, flavorful
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