Oven Glazed Caribbean Chicken
Dive into a tropical escape with this Oven Glazed Caribbean Chicken, a flavor-packed dish that brings bold, island-inspired spices to your dinner table. Tender, juicy bone-in chicken thighs are marinated in a vibrant blend of pineapple juice, fresh lime, honey, and soy sauce, infused with the aromatic heat of garlic, ginger, smoked paprika, and optional Scotch bonnet pepper for a touch of Caribbean spice. The chicken is first seared to golden perfection, then oven-glazed until irresistibly caramelized and sticky. Perfectly balanced between sweet, tangy, and spicy, this dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice, grilled vegetables, or fried plantains. Whether you're hosting a tropical-themed dinner or craving a taste of the islands, this easy-to-make recipe will transport your taste buds straight to paradise.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1 cup Pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated)
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 1 Scotch bonnet pepper (finely minced, optional for spice)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 Green onions (finely chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, smoked paprika, ground allspice, and minced Scotch bonnet pepper (if using). Whisk well to combine into a marinade.
Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 3–4 minutes, or until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip them over and sear for an additional 2 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the marinade generously over the chicken thighs, making sure they're well coated. Reserve about 1/4 cup of the marinade for basting later.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven, baste the chicken with the reserved marinade, and return it to the oven.
Continue baking for an additional 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the glaze has caramelized beautifully.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with finely chopped green onions for a fresh burst of flavor.
Serve the Oven Glazed Caribbean Chicken with rice, grilled vegetables, or a side of fried plantains for an authentic Caribbean-inspired meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1902 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 121.8 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.8 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 486 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 4018 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.0 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 87.5 g | ||
| Protein | 113.2 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 161 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1730 mg | 37% | |
*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.
