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Ina Garten Indonesian Chicken

Ina Garten Indonesian Chicken: Savory Soy-Peanut Bliss

Indulge in the deliciousness of Ina Garten's Indonesian Chicken, a flavorful dish combining soy and peanut butter for a quick and satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indonesian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • ¼ cup soy sauce low-sodium recommended
  • 2 tablespoons honey or low-carb sweetener for keto
  • ¼ cup creamy peanut butter natural preferred
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 unit lime juice from one lime
For the Garnish
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • grill
  • Baking dish
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, peanut butter, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, cumin, coriander, and red pepper flakes. Add sesame oil and lime juice, whisking until smooth.
  2. Place chicken thighs in a large bowl or zip-top bag. Pour marinade over chicken and seal. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F) or oven to 400°F (200°C). Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Baste chicken with reserved marinade.
  4. Grill for 6-8 minutes per side or roast for 35-40 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Baste occasionally.
  5. Remove chicken from heat, let rest for a few minutes. Garnish with cilantro and sesame seeds. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate overnight. Always baste while cooking for juiciness. Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

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