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Saucy Caribbean Chicken

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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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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 67.9
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
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
  • 1/4 cups Chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoons Lemon juice
  • 2 Green Onions; thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoons Chicken broth; or water
  • 1 Jalapeno Pepper; seeded and
  • 1/4 teaspoons Salt
Directions
  1. 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. 2
    Remove skin from chicken pieces if desired, rinse the chicken, and pat it thoroughly dry with paper towels.
  3. 3
    Preheat your gas grill to medium heat.
  4. 4
    Place chicken pieces, bone side up, on the grill rack over medium heat.
  5. 5
    Cover the grill and cook for 35 to 45 minutes, turning the chicken once halfway through the cooking time.
  6. 6
    Brush the chicken frequently with the prepared sauce during the last 10 minutes of grilling.
  7. 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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