🍹 Bahama Mama Chicken Marinade
🕒 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 8 hours
🕒 Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
📜 Description:
This Bahama Mama Chicken Marinade recipe encapsulates the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with a delightful blend of lime juice, rum, onions, garlic, and island spices, finished with a touch of heat from hot peppers. Whether you choose to grill or oven-bake the chicken, the result is always a mouthwatering delight. The preparation time includes marinating, allowing the flavors to infuse deeply into the meat, while the cook time is approximate for the marinade only, not the chicken itself.
🍗 Recipe Category: Chicken Breast
🔎 Keywords: Chicken, Poultry, Meat, Caribbean, Very Low Carbs, High Protein, Healthy, Spicy, Savory, Oven
📝 Recipe Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Boneless skinless chicken breasts | 3 |
| Olive oil | 2 tbsp |
| Garlic | 3 cloves |
| Green onions | 2 |
| Bay leaves | 1 |
| Onion | 1 |
| Dark rum | 2 tbsp |
| Lime juice | 1/4 cup |
| Kosher salt | 2 tsp |
| Allspice | 2 tsp |
| Dried thyme | 1/2 tsp |
| Ground cloves | 1/2 tsp |
🌟 Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 488.8
- Fat Content: 11.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 197.5mg
- Sodium Content: 1112.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 5.4g
- Fiber Content: 1g
- Sugar Content: 1.6g
- Protein Content: 79.3g
🍽️ Recipe Instructions:
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Saute Aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, sliced green onions, diced chilis, bay leaves, and a blend of spices and herbs. Cook for about 7 minutes, stirring often, until the mixture turns deep golden brown and fragrant.
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Add Flavor Boosters: Stir in kosher salt, dark rum, and fresh lime juice, allowing the flavors to meld together. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat and let it simmer until all the liquid is absorbed, creating a rich and flavorful marinade.
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Cool and Marinate: Allow the marinade mixture to cool completely. Once cooled, place the boneless skinless chicken breasts in a glass dish and generously rub the marinade all over them, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover the dish and refrigerate, allowing the chicken to marinate overnight or for at least 4 hours, allowing the flavors to penetrate the meat deeply.
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Turn and Rotate: Halfway through the marinating time, turn the chicken breasts to ensure even flavor distribution, allowing each side to absorb the delicious Bahama Mama marinade.
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Grill or Bake: After marinating, you have the option to grill the chicken breasts over medium-high heat until cooked through, with beautiful charred grill marks adding a smoky flavor dimension, or you can opt to oven-bake them at 375°F (190°C) until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), ensuring they are tender and juicy.
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Serve and Enjoy: Once cooked to perfection, serve the Bahama Mama Chicken hot off the grill or fresh from the oven, garnished with additional lime wedges and chopped fresh herbs if desired. Pair it with your favorite side dishes like coconut rice, grilled pineapple, or a crisp tropical salad for a complete Caribbean-inspired feast that will transport your taste buds to paradise.
Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of the Caribbean with this Bahama Mama Chicken Marinade recipe, perfect for a sunny backyard barbecue or a cozy family dinner. With its aromatic spices, zesty citrus notes, and hint of rum, each bite is a culinary journey to the islands. So fire up the grill, sip on a refreshing cocktail, and savor the taste of paradise with every mouthful of this delectable chicken dish.
