Name: Asian-Inspired BBQ Chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, packed; ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, from 2-3 limes; 1½ tablespoons vegetable oil; ½ teaspoon Asian sesame oil; ¾ teaspoon Garam Masala (substitute curry powder if you can't find it); 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1½ teaspoons fresh grated ginger; ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (use less if you don't like heat); 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs; 2 scallions light and dark green parts only, thinly sliced

asian bbq chicken on platter with cucumber salad

Asian-Inspired BBQ Chicken

By Jenn Segal

Think of this dish as chicken teriyaki with a South Asian flair, or India meets the other flavors of Asia.

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 20 Minutes

Cook Time: 10 Minutes

Total Time: 30 Minutes, plus at least 3 hours to marinate the chicken

Ingredients

¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, packed
¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, from 2-3 limes
1½ tablespoons vegetable oil
½ teaspoon Asian sesame oil
¾ teaspoon Garam Masala (substitute curry powder if you can't find it)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1½ teaspoons fresh grated ginger
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (use less if you don't like heat)
8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
2 scallions light and dark green parts only, thinly sliced

Instructions

In a medium bowl, mix together all of the ingredients except for the chicken and scallions. Set ¼ cup of the marinade aside and cover (you'll use this later for the sauce), then place the rest in a zip-lock freezer bag with the chicken thighs. Be sure the chicken is evenly coated with the marinade, then place the bag in the refrigerator (in a bowl in case of leakage); let marinate for 3-4 hours.
Preheat grill to high heat.
Grease the grill. (Lightly dip a wad of paper towels in vegetable oil; then, using tongs, carefully rub the towels over the grates several times until glossy and coated.) Place the chicken on the grill; cover and cook 5 to 6 minutes on each side, or until nicely browned and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a serving platter, then top with the reserved marinade and sliced scallions.

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Nutrition Information

Per serving (4 servings)
Calories: 653
Fat: 44g
Saturated fat: 11g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Sugar: 21g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 39g
Sodium: 1536mg
Cholesterol: 222mg

Gluten-Free Adaptable Note

To the best of my knowledge, all of the ingredients used in this recipe are gluten-free or widely available in gluten-free versions. There is hidden gluten in many foods; if you're following a gluten-free diet or cooking for someone with gluten allergies, always read the labels of your ingredients to verify that they are gluten-free.