Juicy Roast Chicken

— Tender, Flavorful, and Perfectly Caribbean

Bring bold Caribbean flavor to your table with this Juicy Roast Chicken, marinated in a rich blend of fresh herbs, spices, and island seasonings. Spatchcocking the chicken allows it to cook evenly while staying incredibly moist, locking in flavor from skin to bone.

This recipe combines jerk seasoning, green seasoning, sweet chili sauce, and aromatics like thyme, scallion, garlic, and allspice to create a deeply seasoned chicken with a beautiful caramelized finish. Regular basting with a sweet and tangy glaze ensures every bite is juicy, flavorful, and perfectly glazed.

Whether served for a Sunday dinner, family gathering, or special occasion, this Caribbean-style roast chicken delivers comforting island flavors with a show-stopping presentation. Pair it with rice, roasted vegetables, or salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

Recipe Details:

• Servings: 4–6

• Prep Time: 30 mins

• Cook Time: 1 hr 20 mins

Ingredients:

Chicken Marinade:

• 5 lbs whole chicken

• 1 tablespoon oil

• 1 tablespoon chicken seasoning

• 1 tablespoon all-purpose seasoning

• 1 tablespoon jerk seasoning

• 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce

• 3 tablespoons green seasoning

• 1 teaspoon browning

• Vinegar

• Lemon or lime

Fresh Seasoning Blend (blended):

• 1 onion

• 4 stalks scallion

• 1 teaspoon allspice berries

• 4 garlic cloves

• 1 teaspoon ginger

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar

• 3 sprigs thyme

• ½ scotch bonnet pepper

• ¼ cup rum, wine, or beer

   

Basting Sauce:

• 1 tablespoon leftover marinade

• ¼ cup sweet chili sauce

• ¼ cup ketchup

• ¼ cup pineapple juice

• 3 tablespoons wine (Stone’s Ginger Wine recommended)

Instructions:

1. Gather all ingredients and set aside.

2. Spatchcock the chicken by removing the backbone and flattening it.

3. Clean the chicken with vinegar and lemon or lime. Trim excess fat, pat dry, and set aside.

4. Season the chicken with oil, chicken seasoning, all-purpose seasoning, jerk seasoning, green seasoning, sweet chili sauce, browning, and the freshly blended seasoning.

5. Gently loosen the skin to ensure the seasoning penetrates the meat.

6. Cover and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours.

7. Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).

8. Place the chicken in a greased cast-iron skillet or baking tray.

9. Bake for 1 hour, basting every 15 minutes with the prepared basting sauce.

10. Check doneness using a meat thermometer; the internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

11.  Remove from the oven, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve hot.

💡 Chef’s Note:

This marinade and cooking method works beautifully with other poultry such as Cornish hens or turkey—just adjust the cooking time based on size.

From my kitchen to yours, enjoy!
— Raina 🌿🍛🔥