Bahama Mama Chicken Marinade
Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this Bahama Mama Chicken Marinade, a flavor-packed recipe that brings the vibrant spirit of the Caribbean to your kitchen. Featuring a zesty blend of fresh orange and lime juices, creamy coconut milk, and a savory splash of soy sauce, this marinade is perfectly balanced with the warmth of ground allspice, cinnamon, and ginger, as well as a smoky hint of paprika. A touch of dark brown sugar adds subtle sweetness, while fresh thyme and minced garlic infuse the chicken with depth and aroma. Ideal for grilling, baking, or pan-searing, this tangy and aromatic marinade transforms simple chicken into a juicy, island-inspired masterpiece. Perfect for backyard barbecues or weeknight dinners, this recipe is an effortless way to make your meals a tropical escape.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup fresh orange juice
- 0.25 cup fresh lime juice
- 0.5 cup coconut milk
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the orange juice, lime juice, coconut milk, soy sauce, and dark brown sugar. Whisk until the sugar is dissolved.
Add the minced garlic, ground allspice, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, smoked paprika, and fresh thyme leaves. Stir well to blend the spices evenly.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking to emulsify the mixture.
Place the chicken pieces into a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are fully coated.
Seal the bag tightly (or cover the dish with plastic wrap) and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
Before cooking, remove the chicken from the marinade and let it sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes. Discard the used marinade.
Grill, bake, or pan-sear the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Serve immediately and enjoy the tropical flavor explosion!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
338 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.4 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 102 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 674 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.8 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.7 g | ||
| Protein | 39.2 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 514 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
