Best Grilled Island Style Chicken Recipes

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GRILLED ISLAND STYLE CHICKEN



Grilled Island Style Chicken image

A Jerk Marinade makes this chicken luscious. A bit of heat but not overwhelming. Very good served with grilled corn and black beans. Preparation time does not include marinating time of two or more hours. Source: Carol Kotkin at Miami Herald

Provided by Cooknfool

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon dried leaf thyme (not powdered)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
6 garlic cloves, peeled
2 inches fresh ginger, peeled and cut into chunks
1/2 scotch bonnet peppers or 3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and coarsley chopped
1 bunch green onion, trimmed and coarsley chopped
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 1/2 lbs chicken, cut into serving pieces

Steps:

  • To make Marinade:.
  • Combine all ingredients except chicken in food processor or blender; Process until smooth.
  • Use immediately or refrigerate for up to two weeks.
  • Makes approximately 1 1/2 cups jerk marinade.
  • Reserve 1/2 cup marinade for basting.
  • Put chicken pieces into large self sealing food storage bag.
  • Pour on remaining 1 cup of marinade and rub it in well.
  • Seal and refrigerate at least 2 hours and as long as 24 hours, turning occasionally.
  • Heat grill to medium-high; oil the grates.
  • Lift chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off; discard marinade.
  • Place on grill and cover.
  • Cook, turing occasionally, until chicken is blackened in spots, about ten minutes.
  • Move chicken to a cooler part of grill and continue to cook covered, basting from time to time with reserved marinade until chicken is cooked through; 10-15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 768.6, Fat 51.6, SaturatedFat 12.6, Cholesterol 181.1, Sodium 767.6, Carbohydrate 31.7, Fiber 12.2, Sugar 7.8, Protein 50.2

TROPICAL ISLAND CHICKEN



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The marinade makes a savory statement in this all-time-favorite chicken recipe that I served at our son's pirate-themed birthday party. It smelled so good on the grill that guests could hardly wait to try a piece! -Sharon Hanson, Franklin, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/3 cup canola oil
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 tablespoon sugar
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 broiler/fryer chickens (3 to 4 pounds each), quartered

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine first 10 ingredients. Set aside 1/3 cup for basting; cover and refrigerate. Pour remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken; seal and turn to coat. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight., Prepare grill for indirect heat, using a drip pan. Place chicken over drip pan; grill, covered, over indirect medium heat 45-60 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°-175°, turning and basting frequently with reserved marinade during the last 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 21g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 1199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.

GRILLED HULI HULI CHICKEN



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I got this grilled huli huli chicken recipe from a friend while living in Hawaii. It sizzles with the flavors of brown sugar, ginger and soy sauce. Huli means "turn" in Hawaiian. This sweet and savory glaze is fantastic on pork chops, too. -Sharon Boling, San Diego, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup ketchup
3/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/3 cup sherry or chicken broth
2-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
24 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 6 pounds)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients. Reserve 1-1/3 cups for basting; cover and refrigerate. Divide remaining marinade between 2 large shallow dishes. Add 12 chicken thighs to each; turn to coat. Refrigerate, covered, for 8 hours or overnight., Drain chicken, discarding marinade. , Grill chicken, covered, on an oiled rack over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°; baste occasionally with reserved marinade during the last 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 151mg cholesterol, Sodium 651mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 43g protein.

GRILLED ISLAND CHICKEN KABOBS RECIPE



Grilled Island Chicken Kabobs Recipe image

These Grilled Island Chicken Kabobs are so simple to throw together and are perfect for summer.

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Main Course

Time 4h40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

⅓ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup lemon juice
2 Tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 red onion (cut into large chunks)
1 green bell pepper (cut into large chunks)
4 cups fresh pineapple chunks

Steps:

  • Combine vegetable oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large resealable bag.
  • Place chicken in bag, making sure all pieces are covered.
  • Seal bag and place in fridge and let marinate for at least 4 hours (or overnight).
  • On metal or soaked wooden skewers, thread chicken, onion, pepper and pineapple.
  • Discard remaining marinade in bag.
  • Heat grill to medium heat.
  • Place skewers on grill and cook for 7-8 minutes per side or until chicken is no longer pink in the middle (if using a meat thermometer, make sure it registers 165 degrees F).
  • Remove from grill and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Sodium 392 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 9 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GRILLED HAWAIIAN CHICKEN AND PINEAPPLE SANDWICHES



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Marinated, grilled chicken is topped with grilled pineapple and cheese. It may sound a little strange, but it is very tasty!

Provided by FoodieGeek

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h26m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - pounded to 1/4 inch thickness
1 cup Hawaiian style marinade
6 pineapple rings
6 slices provolone cheese
6 onion rolls, split
6 tablespoons thousand island salad dressing
6 leaves romaine lettuce
6 slices tomato

Steps:

  • Place the chicken pieces into a large resealable bag and pour in the marinade. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
  • Preheat a grill for medium-high heat. When hot, lightly oil the grate. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  • Grill the chicken pieces until cooked through, about 10 minutes, turning once. 5 minutes before they are done, place the pineapple rings on the grill and cook for a couple of minutes per side. Place the pineapple slices on top of the pieces of chicken and top with a slice of cheese. Close the lid to the grill and allow the cheese to melt for a minute. Toast the buns, if desired.
  • To assemble the sandwiches, place the chicken, pineapple and cheese onto the bottom buns. Top with lettuce and tomato. Spread the thousand island dressing onto the top buns and place onto the sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 554.3 calories, Carbohydrate 53.1 g, Cholesterol 91.8 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 38.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 1399.7 mg, Sugar 28.8 g

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