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Spicy Sesame Marinated Chicken

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  • Servings: 3-4
  • Prep: 1-2h
  • Cook: 7-15m
    • The following recipe serves 3-4 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 3 chicken breasts (large, or 4 small, you could also use 6-8 chicken thighs)
  • Kosher salt
  • Fresh ground pepper
  • MARINADE
  • 1/4 cup jalapeno peppers, fine diced
  • 2 limes, juiced (about 1/4 cup)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (I use low sodium)
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: Marinade ... Add all the ingredients to a glass (non-reactive) bowl, or a ziploc bag - which I prefer. Mix or seal the bag, and shake. Then, add your chicken breasts and toss to combine. Seal the bag; or, cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Refrigerate 1-2 hours but no more. Especially thinner cuts shouldn't marinate more than 1 hour. The citrus can actually start to cook the chicken, which will change the texture.

  • Step 2: Remove the chicken from the marinade, and set on the counter to take the chill off. Discard the marinade. Season the chicken on both sides with plenty of salt and pepper.

  • Step 3: Cook or Grill ... I like to use the outside grill if possible; however, a grill pan will work just fine. Cooking times, obviously will depend on the thickness of the chicken. Chicken should be removed when it is 160 degrees, and no longer pink. Transfer the chicken to a serving platter, and cover with foil to let it rest - at least 5 minutes before serving.

  • Step 4: Serve and ENJOY! ... As I said, I love to add a side of Asian or teriyaki rice on the side. Glazed carrots, sauteed green beans, or a grilled cabbage wedge is also really delicious with this simple dish.

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