Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Caribbean
Escape to the tropics with this explosively flavorful Tropical Island Chicken dish. Succulent chicken breasts marinated in a luscious blend of coconut milk, pineapple juice, and a hint of rum, then grilled to perfection and served with a zesty mango salsa. Get ready to be transported to a culinary paradise in every bite.
TIME
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
SERVINGS
Servings: 4
Calories: 350 per serving
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup dark rum
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. In a bowl, combine the coconut milk, pineapple juice, rum, minced garlic, ground ginger, ground allspice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- 2. Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag, then toss gently to coat the chicken. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
- 3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- 4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the excess marinade.
- 5. Grill the chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and have beautiful grill marks.
- 6. While the chicken is grilling, prepare the mango salsa. In a bowl, combine the diced mangoes, red onion, jalapeno pepper, red bell pepper, lime juice, cilantro, and salt. Mix well.
- 7. Once the chicken is done, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
- 8. Serve the grilled Tropical Island Chicken with the zesty mango salsa on top.
Cooking Notes
- You can also pan-sear the chicken if you don't have a grill, just make sure to cook it all the way through.
- For a richer flavor, you can baste the chicken with the leftover marinade while grilling.
Beer, Wine, Cocktail Pairings
- Beer Pairing: Try pairing this dish with a light and crisp Caribbean lager to complement the tropical flavors.
- Wine Pairing: Opt for a fruity and vibrant Sauvignon Blanc to harmonize with the fruity and zesty elements of the dish.
- Cocktail Pairing: For a refreshing option, mix up a classic Piña Colada or a fruity rum punch to enhance the tropical experience.
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