Best 7 Grilled Caribbean Chicken Breasts Recipes
Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with grilled chicken breasts. These succulent and juicy breasts, marinated in a symphony of aromatic spices and zesty citrus, will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise. With a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and slightly smoky notes, these grilled chicken breasts will become a staple in your grilling repertoire. Fire up your grill and prepare to indulge in a delectable dish that captures the essence of Caribbean cuisine.
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GRILLED CARIBBEAN LIME CHICKEN
With its amazing tropical salsa, this entree is a showstopper. Add leftover salsa to quesadillas, pork tenderloin or serve it with tortilla chips. Mary Shivers - Ada, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the lime juice, oil, garlic and Greek seasoning; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 2 hours. In a small bowl, combine salsa ingredients. Chill until serving., Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Serve with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GRILLED CARIBBEAN CHICKEN BREASTS
Another gem adapted from the National Chicken Council, this recipe uses spices and flavors of the topical Caribbean to liven up the humble (and often bland) chicken breasts. As warm weather approaches in the northern hemisphere, this will be a hit at the family BBQ.
Provided by justcallmetoni
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 18m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In large shallow bowl or resealable bag, mix together orange juice, orange peel, olive oil, lime juice, ginger, garlic, scallion hot pepper sauce and oregano. Add chicken, turning to coat. Cover and marinate in refrigerator about 3 hours or overnight.
- Remove chicken from marinade and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Place on prepared grill about 6 inches from heat. (Chicken may also be broiled or cooked on an indoor grill, if desired.) Grill, turning, about 10 minutes or until fork can be inserted in chicken with ease. (Reduce time to 5-6 minutes on indoor grill.).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.3, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 376.4, Carbohydrate 3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 1.5, Protein 27.6
GRILLED CARIBBEAN CHICKEN
Chicken breasts with a fruity marinade. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association. Preparation time: 10 minutes.
Provided by Robyn Webb
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a nonporous glass dish or bowl combine the orange juice, lime juice, chutney, ginger, oil, pepper sauce, oregano and cloves. Mix all together and add chicken. Toss to coat, cover dish and place in refrigerator. Marinate overnight.
- Preheat grill to medium high heat or set oven to broil
- Remove chicken from dish (dispose of remaining marinade) and grill or broil the chicken 6 inches from the heat source.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 43.1 mg, Sugar 3 g
GRILLED CARIBBEAN CHICKEN BREASTS
Here is a recipe to get your creative juices flowing! Chicken breasts marinated in the flavors of the Caribbean isles: Citrus, garlic, herbs and a little hot sauce for spice! This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association. Preparation time: 10 minutes. Preparation time: 10 minutes.
Provided by Robyn Webb
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a blender, combine the orange juice, orange peel, olive oil, lime juice, ginger, garlic, hot pepper sauce and oregano. Blend into a marinade.
- Place chicken breasts in a nonporous glass dish or bowl. Pour marinade over chicken, cover dish or bowl and refrigerate to marinate for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours.
- Preheat oven to broil OR preheat grill to medium high heat and lightly oil grate.
- Remove chicken from marinade (disposing of any leftover marinade) and grill or broil 6 inches from the heat source for about 7 minutes per side, or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 17.1 mg, Fat 2.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 24.7 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
CARIBBEAN CHICKEN
Steps:
- Puree all ingredients except chicken in food processor. Add marinade and chicken to re-sealable plastic bag, mix thoroughly and let marinate, refrigerated, for 4 to 8 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Heat grill to high, remove excess marinade from chicken and place on grill. Grill each side of chicken for 3 to 4 minutes then place on a pan and finish in the oven for 15 minutes.
- Squeeze a lime wedge over each piece of chicken and serve.
CARIBBEAN CHICKEN
You'd be hard-pressed to find a marinade this flavorful at any store! Add or subtract the jalapenos to suit your crew's taste, and you'll be grilling a new family favorite before you know it. - Rusty Collins, Orlando, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a blender, combine the first 9 ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Pour 1/2 cup into a small bowl for basting; cover and refrigerate. Pour remaining marinade into a bowl or shallow dish. Add chicken and turn to coat; cover and refrigerate for up to 6 hours., Drain chicken, discarding marinade. On a greased grill rack, grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat until a thermometer reads 165°, 4-6 minutes on each side, basting frequently with the reserved marinade.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 204mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
JAMAICAN-STYLE GRILLED BARBECUE CHICKEN
Get inspired by Jamaican cuisine and try your hand at this Jamaican-Style Grilled Barbecue Chicken recipe. Sweet and tangy barbecue sauce mixed with the perfect medley of seasoning makes this chicken breast recipe irresistible.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients except chicken until blended. Pour half over chicken in shallow dish; turn to evenly coat both sides of each breast. Refrigerate 1 hour to marinate.
- Heat grill to medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade; discard marinade.
- Grill chicken 6 min. on each side. Brush with half of the remaining barbecue sauce mixture; grill 2 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF), turning and brushing with remaining barbecue sauce mixture after 1 min.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 260 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 23 g
Tips:
- Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts. This will make the chicken breasts easier to cook and will help them cook evenly.
- Marinate the chicken breasts for at least 30 minutes. This will help the chicken breasts absorb the flavors of the marinade and will make them more tender.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. This will help the chicken breasts cook quickly and evenly.
- Cook the chicken breasts for 8-10 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through. To check if the chicken breasts are cooked through, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the breast. The chicken is cooked through when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the chicken breasts rest for 5 minutes before serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the chicken breasts and will make them more tender.
Conclusion:
Grilled Caribbean chicken breasts are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful blend of spices and herbs, then grilled to perfection. Serve the chicken breasts with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or vegetables.
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