caribbean chicken

One thing I love about this time of year is that grilling season is fast approaching--although I must admit we have already grilled a few meals this year. I love having BBQs and I try to grill as much as possible in the spring and summer. Sometimes I get sick of the typical burgers and hot dogs, so I love finding other great recipes for steak, salmon, and chicken. This Caribbean chicken is one of our family's favorites. The combination of flavors in the marinade is so unique and along with the grill flavor, it is perfect! Besides that, it is E-A-S-Y to make...and we all love that!



Caribbean Chicken
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/3 cup honey
3 T. canola oil
6 green onions, sliced
3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
3 tsp. dried thyme
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground allspice
1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
6 chicken breast halves

Put all ingredients except chicken in a blender or food processor. Process until smooth. Pour 1/2 cup of marinade into a small bowl for basting. Cover and refrigerate. Pour remaining marinade into a large zip top bag and add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for up to 6 hours. Discard marinade and grill chicken over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes on each side (depending on the size of your chicken breast) or until no longer pink in center. Baste with reserved marinade while grilling.