Sweet Chili Chicken Grilled (Print-Friendly Version)
Juicy chicken with sweet chili, ginger, and garlic, grilled for a flavorful main dish.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
→ Marinade
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1 cup sweet chili sauce
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60 milliliters low-sodium soy sauce
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60 milliliters apple cider vinegar
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45 milliliters corn oil
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60 milliliters lime juice
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
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Salt to taste
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Black pepper to taste
→ Poultry
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1.1 to 1.4 kilograms boneless, skinless chicken breasts
# How to Prepare:
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Add sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, corn oil, lime juice, garlic, ginger, salt, and black pepper to a large zip-top bag. Seal and gently massage to blend the marinade evenly.
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Place each chicken breast between two plastic wraps and gently pound with a rolling pin or meat mallet until evenly thick.
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Add the flattened chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are coated. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, up to 24 hours.
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Heat a gas grill to medium-high or arrange charcoal in the center of a charcoal grill and light. Allow coals to ash over, then spread evenly.
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Place marinated chicken on the grill. Cook over medium-high heat for 3–4 minutes on each side, turning occasionally and basting with remaining marinade, until the internal temperature reaches 74°C.
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Transfer grilled chicken to a platter and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with fresh seasonal vegetables.
# Extra Tips:
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For optimal flavor, marinate the chicken overnight and flatten breasts evenly to ensure consistent cooking.