Grilled Honey-Teriyaki Chicken
Serves: 6
Clarabelle Lynch
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
49
Spice
54
Sweetness
53
Sourness
38
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Prep time (avg)
5.3
Difficulty
Ingredients:
2 cups
Water1 cup
Light Brown Sugar2 tbsps
Kosher Salt8 sprigs
Thyme (fresh)2 cups
Teriyaki Sauce1 cup
HoneyDirections:
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Watch how to make this recipe
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Begin by making the brine
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Combine the water, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, salt and thyme in a large resealable bag and swirl to dissolve the sugar
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Add chicken pieces and allow to brine for 1 to 2 hours in the refrigerator
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Preheat grill to low-medium heat
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Make teriyaki glaze: In a small saucepan, over medium heat, combine teriyaki sauce, honey, ginger, garlic, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, and simmer until rich and slightly reduced
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Remove chicken from brine and pat dry
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Discard the brine
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Add the chicken to a large mixing bowl, drizzle with the 1/4 cup toasted sesame oil and season with freshly ground black pepper
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Toss to coat and cook on a low-medium grill for 17 to 20 minutes per side until cooked through
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Baste with teriyaki glaze for the last 5 to 7 minutes of cooking
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Serve garnish with scallion threads (finely sliced scallions cut on the bias soaked in ice cold water), and toasted sesame seeds