Caribbean
Mango Habanero Grilled Chicken
Chicken thighs grilled until charred, then glazed with mango habanero sauce in the final minutes. The natural sugars caramelize into some...
⏱ Prep 10 min 🍳 Cook 30 min 👥 Serves 4 Easy
Ingredients
Spices & Herbs
♦4 tbsp WOS Mango Habanero Sauce (plus more for serving)
♦2 tbsp WOS Caribbean Jerk Rub
♦2 tbsp olive oil
♦Salt and pepper
Other
♦8 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Season chicken with jerk rub, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Let sit 30 min.
2
Grill over medium-high heat, skin side down, 8-10 min. Flip and cook 6-8 min more.
3
When internal temp reaches 160F, brush generously with mango habanero sauce.
4
Cook 3-4 more min, turning and basting, until sauce caramelizes and chars slightly.
5
Remove and rest 5 min.
6
Serve with extra sauce on the side. Pairs brilliantly with coconut rice.
Flavor Education
Understanding what each spice contributes is the difference between following a recipe and truly cooking.
Allspice
The backbone of Caribbean cooking — warm, peppery, and slightly sweet
Allspice is a single berry that tastes like a blend of cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg together.
Scotch Bonnet
Fiery fruity heat unique to Caribbean cuisine
Remove the seeds for flavor without full heat. The fruity notes are what set it apart from regular chilies.
Thyme
Earthy and aromatic — brightens savory dishes
Fresh thyme releases differently than dried. Add dried early, fresh at the end for maximum aroma.
Cooking Tips by Skill Level
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Don't skip the marinating time — even 2 hours makes a dramatic difference in Caribbean seasoning.
Caramelize your sugar-based marinades by starting on high heat, then reducing to finish cooking gently.
Toast whole allspice berries and grind fresh — the aroma difference versus pre-ground is extraordinary.
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Mango Habanero Sauce
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