Trinidad Baked Chicken

Trinidad-style baked chicken finished with BBQ glaze in a white baking dish.

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Juicy Trinidad baked chicken seasoned with green seasoning, baked until tender, and glazed in a sweet BBQ sauce before broiling to perfection. A true Trini Sunday lunch classic that pairs perfectly with macaroni pie and callaloo.

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Prep Time 40

Cook Time 50

Total Time 1 30

Servings: 6 people

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Caribbean

Calories: 37

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

1 ½ lbs chicken parts Legs, thighs or mixed pieces
2 tbsps green seasoning
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
½ - ¾ cups BBQ sauce

Equipment

1 baking dish
Foil
Food brush

Method

Rub chicken all over with green seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Make sure to get under the skin and into any slits. Cover and marinate for at least 30 hours or overnight.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a baking dish with foil.
Place seasoned chicken into baking dish. If using pieces with skin pu those skin side up.
Cover with foil and bake for 40 - 45 minutes.
Pour the BBQ sauce over the chicken and brush the sauce on the pieces.
Return to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes so the sauce sets and caramelizes slightly. Turn the pieces halfway through.
Turn on your broiler and broil for 3–5 minutes until the glaze gets glossy and slightly charred. Keep a close eye, it burns fast!
Let the chicken rest 5–10 minutes before serving. That’s when all the juices settle in.

Nutrition

Calories: 37kcal

Notes

Marinating overnight gives the best flavor.
Use foil for easy cleanup. The BBQ glaze gets sticky in the best way.
For a smoky flavor, add a drop of liquid smoke or finish the chicken on the grill.
Pairs beautifully with Trinidad macaroni pie, callaloo, and fried plantains.

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