Asian-Style Grilled Chicken

Recipe GLPRc19320e496cc07

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Asian
Main Course
60 min
Servings: 8
Oven
Grill
SNAP eligible

Succulent grilled chicken pieces marinated in a savory Asian fish sauce, offering an authentic, bold flavor profile. This lean protein dish is perfect for a low-carb, high-flavor meal with minimal ingredients and maximum taste.

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Ingredients

⅓ cup Asian fish sauce

2 whole Whole chicken legs, split

4 halves Bone-in chicken breast halves, each cut crosswise into 3 pieces

to taste Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Pat the split chicken legs and breast pieces dry with paper towels to help them brown evenly on the grill.

  2. Pour the fish sauce into a shallow bowl or baking dish large enough to hold all the chicken pieces in a single layer.

  3. Arrange the chicken pieces in the dish with the fish sauce, turning each piece to coat thoroughly on all sides. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.

  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and arrange on a cutting board. Season generously with freshly ground black pepper on all exposed surfaces.

  5. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (approximately 400°F). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.

  6. Place the chicken pieces on the preheated grill, bone-side down first. Grill for 6–8 minutes until the bottom is golden and charred in spots.

  7. Flip the chicken pieces skin-side down and continue grilling for another 8–12 minutes, depending on thickness. The chicken is safe to eat when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F measured with a meat thermometer at the thickest part of the thigh, not touching bone.

  8. Transfer the cooked chicken to a serving platter and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Any accumulated juices will reabsorb into the meat.