Caribbean Style Chicken With a Peanut Brown Sugar S

Name: Caribbean Style Chicken With a Peanut Brown Sugar Spice Rub
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 chicken thighs, skins on bone in; 1 (12 ounce) bottle dark beer; ½ cup finely ground roasted peanuts; ¼ cup light brown sugar, packed; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 2 ¼ teaspoons cayenne; 1 teaspoon bay leaf, crumbled; ½ teaspoon ground cloves; ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon dried chili; salt; pepper

Servings: persons

10 chicken thighs, skins on bone in
1 (12 ounce) bottle dark beer
½ cup finely ground roasted peanuts
¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 ¼ teaspoons cayenne
1 teaspoon bay leaf, crumbled
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon dried chili
salt
pepper

1
To make the spice rub, combine the peanuts, brown sugar, salt, cayenne, ground bay leaf, cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon and chilies in a bowl.
2
With a small, sharp knife, score each thigh twice on each side, 1/2-inch deep.
3
Place the chicken in a large bowl.
4
Add the spice rub and toss to coat evenly.
5
Prepare the barbecue for indirect grilling.
6
Preheat the barbecue to 250 degrees F/ degrees C.
7
Place a drip pan over heat source and pour in the beer.
8
Place the chicken thighs on the side of the BBQ without direct heat.
9
Grill the chicken thighs over indirect heat for 40 to 50 minutes or until juices run clear and skin is crispy.
10
Remove from the grill, plate and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 chicken thighs, skins on bone in, 1 (12 ounce) bottle dark beer, ½ cup finely ground roasted peanuts, ¼ cup light brown sugar, packed, and more.

Yes, Caribbean Style Chicken With a Peanut Brown Sugar Spice Rub falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Caribbean Style Chicken With a Peanut Brown Sugar Spice Rub

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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