Grilled Asian Chicken

Ingredients

• 1-2 lbs of chicken thighs
• ¼ cup of soy sauce
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons of freshly grated ginger
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• 1 teaspoon of Chinese five-spice powder
• 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon of chili flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, mix together the soy sauce, garlic, ginger, honey, five-spice powder, sesame oil, chili flakes, and salt and pepper. Whisk to combine.
2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and stir to coat. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, up to overnight.
3. In the meantime, heat a grill to medium-high heat. Once hot, brush the grill grates with vegetable oil.
4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and place on the hot grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
5. Serve the grilled Asian chicken with a side of rice or noodles.

Interesting Facts

• The marinade for this grilled Asian chicken helps to tenderize the chicken and infuse it with flavor.
• Grilling is a great way to get a smoky flavor in the chicken without having to use a smoker.
• This dish is a great way to use up any leftover chicken you have in the refrigerator.