Kith and Kin: Food and Family - Marie Mitchell

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Chicken breast is leaner, while drumsticks are often less expensive.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: serrano pepper

Jalapeños provide heat with less intensity, while serranos are more accessible.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index, while brown sugar is more economical.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice has a similar acidity, and vinegar is a cost-effective alternative.

Marinate chicken thighs in lime juice, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, honey, and scotch bonnet pepper for at least 1 hour.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Remove chicken from marinade and discard the marinade.

Brush chicken with olive oil and season with paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Place chicken on the grill and cook for 6-8 minutes per side until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F.

During the last few minutes of grilling, add pineapple slices to the grill until caramelized.

Remove chicken and pineapple from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes.

Slice chicken and serve with grilled pineapple, garnished with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

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