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Chicken Inasal (Grilled Chicken) recipe by Safe Plated

Chicken Inasal (Grilled Chicken)

A popular Filipino grilled chicken dish marinated in achiote oil, ginger, garlic, and lemongrass. This recipe ensures no cross-contamination with shellfish.

40m4 servings
SHELLFISH-free
450 cal|35g protein|10g carbs|30g fat|1g fiber

Ingredients

  • about 910 g Chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup Achiote oil
  • 2 tablespoons Ginger
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 2 stalks Lemongrass
  • 2 tablespoons Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1In a bowl, combine achiote oil, ginger, garlic, lemongrass, vinegar, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  2. 2Marinate chicken thighs in the mixture for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
  3. 3Preheat grill to medium heat.
  4. 4Grill chicken thighs for 8-10 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred.
  5. 5Serve hot with rice and atchara (pickled papaya).

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