Rum Marinated Chicken with Tropical Salsa

Elevate your dinner game with this vibrant Rum Marinated Chicken with Tropical Salsa—a recipe that brings island-inspired flavors straight to your plate. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a bold blend of spiced rum, citrus juices, soy sauce, honey, and warm spices like cumin and paprika, resulting in succulent, smoky-sweet perfection when grilled. Paired with a refreshing tropical salsa bursting with the natural sweetness of pineapple and mango, the crunch of red bell pepper, and the zesty kick of lime and jalapeño, this dish is a harmony of bold and refreshing notes. Perfect for summer barbecues or a weeknight tropical escape, this recipe is as easy as it is impressive. Ready in under an hour (plus marinating time), it's ideal for serving a flavorful feast for four!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 0.5 cups spiced rum
• 0.25 cups orange juice
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 cup pineapple, diced
• 1 cup mango, diced
• 0.5 pieces red bell pepper, finely diced
• 0.25 cups red onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lime juice (for salsa)
• 1 piece jalapeño, finely minced (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together spiced rum, orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.

Step 3

While the chicken marinates, prepare the tropical salsa. In a large bowl, combine diced pineapple, mango, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeño (if using). Stir well and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Step 4

Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing the excess to drip off, and discard the marinade.

Step 5

Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 6

Serve the grilled chicken with a generous scoop of tropical salsa on top or on the side. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1591.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1897.1

Total Fat 27.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 572.0mg	0%
Sodium 4042.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.1g	0%
Total Sugars 93.6g
Protein 223.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 201.1mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 1283.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 15.2%

Protein: 55.1%

Carbs: 29.8%