Caribbean Style Chicken with a Peanut Brown Sugar Spice Rub
Infuse your dinner table with vibrant island flavors with this Caribbean Style Chicken featuring a tantalizing Peanut Brown Sugar Spice Rub! Juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are coated in a rich blend of finely ground peanuts, sweet brown sugar, smoky paprika, and warm spices like cinnamon and allspice, balanced by a touch of zesty lime juice. Perfectly roasted or grilled, the chicken emerges crispy on the outside and tender inside, with a flavor profile that's sweet, smoky, nutty, and just a little spicy. This easy-to-follow recipe is ready in just an hour and pairs beautifully with classics like rice and peas, fried plantains, or a colorful tropical salad. It's a crowd-pleasing dish that combines Caribbean cuisine with an indulgent twist—great for family dinners, summer BBQs, or any time you crave a taste of paradise!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 0.5 cups Peanuts
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground allspice
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare a grill for medium-high heat cooking.
In a food processor, pulse the peanuts until they are finely ground but not forming a paste.
In a small bowl, mix the ground peanuts with brown sugar, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, salt, and black pepper to create the spice rub.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel to ensure the rub adheres well. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Drizzle the chicken with olive oil and lime juice. Massage the wet ingredients into the meat.
Sprinkle the peanut brown sugar spice rub evenly over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are fully coated on all sides.
If roasting, place the chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or in an oven-safe dish. Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy and golden brown.
If grilling, place the chicken thighs on the grill skin-side down. Cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and there are grill marks on the surface.
Remove the chicken from the oven or grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the chicken hot with your favorite Caribbean sides such as rice and peas, fried plantains, or a tropical salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2146 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.2 g | 216% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.5 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 486 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 3161 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.8 g | ||
| Protein | 126.6 g | 253% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1962 mg | 42% | |
*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.
