Pirate Chicken Arrrr
Embark on a culinary adventure with "Pirate Chicken Arrrr," a bold and flavorful recipe bursting with tropical zest and a hint of smoky heat. Perfectly marinated bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are infused with a sensational mix of fresh lime and orange juices, a splash of dark rum, honey, and warming spices like allspice, cinnamon, and smoked paprika. This tantalizing blend, enhanced with garlic, ginger, and fresh thyme, creates a rich, aromatic marinade worthy of the high seas. Roasted to golden perfection, the chicken is served with a simmered glaze made from the reserved marinade, making every bite irresistibly juicy and full of Caribbean-inspired flavor. Ready in just under an hour, this dish is perfect for an impressive yet easy dinner paired with rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad. Sail into flavor paradise tonight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 0.25 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons dark rum
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 4 stalks green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine lime juice, orange juice, dark rum, olive oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, honey, soy sauce, ground allspice, cinnamon, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, red chili flakes, and fresh thyme leaves. Mix well to create the marinade.
Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and allow the chicken to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off, and transfer the remaining marinade into a small saucepan. Set the marinade aside to simmer later.
Arrange the chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil, skin-side up. Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken skin is golden and crispy, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
While the chicken is roasting, bring the reserved marinade to a boil over medium heat in the saucepan. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, until slightly thickened. This will serve as a glaze or sauce for the chicken.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Serve the Pirate Chicken Arrrr hot, drizzled with the thickened sauce. Pair it with rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
470 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.9 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 884 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 29.0 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 475 mg | 10% | |
*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.
