Caribbean Chicken

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Zesty grilled chicken glazed with a tangy citrus and sweet marmalade sauce
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This Caribbean Chicken brings bright, tropical flavors to your grill with a marinade of lemon juice, garlic, and Italian herbs. The chicken is slow-grilled to perfection, ensuring juicy meat with a charred exterior. Just before serving, it’s brushed with a glossy glaze made from orange marmalade and butter, adding a delightful sweet-and-sour finish. ItâÂÂs an ideal dish for summer barbecues, family gatherings, or when you want a vibrant twist on classic grilled poultry. Simple ingredients create a complex, satisfying meal that pairs beautifully with rice, beans, or a fresh green salad.

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Caribbean Chicken

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 119.5

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This Caribbean Chicken brings bright, tropical flavors to your grill with a marinade of lemon juice, garlic, and Italian herbs. The chicken is slow-grilled to perfection, ensuring juicy meat with a charred exterior. Just before serving, it&# 226;€™s brushed with a glossy glaze made from orange marmalade and butter, adding a delightful sweet-and-sour finish. It’s an ideal dish for summer barbecues, family gatherings, or when you want a vibrant twist on classic grilled poultry. Simple ingredients create a complex, satisfying meal that pairs beautifully with rice, beans, or a fresh green salad.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat grill to medium heat, ensuring coals are evenly spread for indirect cooking.
  2. In a small saucepan, melt 1 cup of butter over low heat.
  3. Stir in 1/3 cup lemon or lime juice, 1 tablespoon crushed Italian seasoning, 2 1/2 teaspoons salt, crushed garlic cloves, 3/4 teaspoon dry mustard, and 1/4 teaspoon coarse black pepper.
  4. Cut the broiler-fryer chickens in half and sprinkle each side lightly with additional salt and pepper.
  5. Place chicken halves on the grill skin-side up and brush generously with the herb butter mixture.
  6. Grill chicken about 4 to 5 inches from the coals, turning occasionally and basting frequently, until tender and cooked through, about 1 hour.
  7. Meanwhile, combine 1 1/2 cups orange marmalade, 3 tablespoons lemon or lime juice, and 3 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan.
  8. Heat the marmalade mixture, stirring constantly, until the butter is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  9. About 4 minutes before the chicken is done, brush some of the marmalade glaze over each chicken half and grill for 1 minute.
  10. Turn the chicken pieces, brush with the remaining marmalade mixture, and grill for 1 more minute until glossy and slightly caramelized.
  11. Remove chicken from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 119.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.0g10%
Saturated Fat 1.6g8%
Cholesterol 44.5mg15%
Sodium 41.0mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 13.5g27%

* 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, glazed, marmalade, orange, lemon, garlic, bbq, summer, herb, main course, barbecue, tropical, citrus, sweet and sour, easy dinner, family meal, outdoor cooking, protein
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