Tropical flavors come together in this delicious Caribbean chicken recipe

Get ready to transport your taste buds to the islands with this flavorful Caribbean chicken recipe. The combination of spices and tropical ingredients make this dish a true culinary delight. Whether you're hosting a summer cookout or looking for a dish to spice up your weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to impress. The chicken is marinated in a delicious blend of spices and citrus juices, then grilled to perfection. Serve it with black beans and rice for a complete Caribbean meal that will have you dreaming of white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Juice of 2 limes
• Juice of 1 orange
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

1. In a small bowl, combine the allspice, cumin, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, soy sauce, brown sugar, hot sauce, minced garlic, minced jalapeno, and chopped cilantro.
3. Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
5. Remove chicken from the marinade and discard the excess marinade.
6. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and juices run clear.
7. Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
8. Serve the Caribbean chicken with black beans and rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.
9. Enjoy your taste of the islands!

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