Christmas Eats

Whiskey Pineapple Chicken

Prep time: 10 minutes. Cook time: 20-25 minutes

INGREDIENTS

* 2 6oz boneless chicken breasts (butterflied or not) I prefer butterflied for presentation

For the marinade:

* 2tsps garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, paprika, coriander

* 1tsps allspice, brown sugar, dried habanero powder, salt & pepper, dry mustard

* 2tbsp coconut oil

* 2 cups pineapple juice

DIRECTIONS

Clean the chicken breasts thoroughly, pat dry, place in a clean mixing bowl, combine all dry ingredients, then mix in the coconut oil. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator overnight.

For the glaze:

* 2 cups yes 2 cups Jack Daniels Whiskey

* 2 cups pineapple juice

* 1 cup raw honey

* Juice of 2 limes

* Pinch of salt

Grilling:

1. Ensure your grill is at or above 325degF and the racks are clean.

2. Place the chicken breasts on the grill, skin side or presentation side down, first at 10 o'clock for 3-5 minutes ,then turn the chicken to 2 o'clock for 3-5 minutes for perfect grill marks. Then flip the chicken and continue to cook for another 5 minutes. You can either glaze the chicken on the grill and cook until an internal temperature of 165degF, or remove chicken from the grill and glaze, then place in the oven until 165degF.

3. Present the chicken with the grill marks showing, drizzle the remaining glaze on top, garnish with fresh cilantro.

Source : jamaicans.com

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Perfect Mashed Potatoes

INGREDIENTS

3lb potatoes (about four large, combo of russets and Yukon Golds)

Kosher salt

1 stick butter, plus 2tbsps for garnish

1/2 cup milk

1/2 cup sour cream

Freshly ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large pot, cover potatoes with water and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until totally soft, 16 to 18 minutes. Drain and return potatoes to pot.

2. Use a potato masher to mash potatoes until smooth.

3. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter and milk until warm.

4. Pour warm milk-butter mixture and stir until completely combined and creamy. Add sour cream and stir until combined.

5. Season mashed potatoes generously with salt and pepper.

6. Transfer potatoes to a serving bowl and top with remaining two tablespoons of butter. Season with more pepper before serving.