Grilled Chicken Thigh
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Grilled Chicken Thigh

timer 15 MIN
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person 4 servings
Recipe
Grilled Chicken Thigh

About This Recipe

This succulent deboned chicken legs recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor right at home! The secret lies in the overnight marinade with seasoning A, ensuring every bite is infused with deep, savory notes. Perfectly pan-seared with crispy golden skin (pro tip: score the meat for extra flavor and to prevent shrinkage), the chicken cooks to juicy perfection. A masterful blend of seasoning B creates an aromatic base, while the finishing touch of a glossy, thickened sauce elevates the dish. A few drops of bright lemon juice cut through the richness, balancing the flavors beautifully. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe guarantees tender, flavorful chicken with a luxurious sauce that’s irresistible. Serve it over rice or noodles to soak up every last drop of the delicious glaze!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • Chicken legs 3 pieces (450g)
The aromatics
  • Oil 1 tbsp
  • Water 1/2 cup (120ml)
  • Cornstarch 1 tbsp
  • Lemon juice 1 tbsp
The sauce & seasonings
  • Soy sauce 2 tbsp
  • Honey 1 tbsp
  • Salt 1/2 tsp
  • Black pepper 1/2 tsp
  • Onion powder 1/2 tsp
  • Garlic powder 1/2 tsp
  • Fresh ginger 5g (1 small piece)
  • Fresh garlic 3g (1 clove)

menu_book Directions

1
Step 1
Step 1
Debone the chicken legs and marinate them with seasoning A the night before.
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Step 2
Step 2
Mix all the seasonings in seasoning B well, using a regular tablespoon.
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Step 3
Step 3
Heat a little oil in the pot, and when it reaches 70% heat, add the chicken legs with the skin side down (you can make a few cuts on the meat beforehand to make it more flavorful and prevent shrinkage).
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Step 4
Step 4
After one side is cooked, flip to the other side and cook until 50% done.
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Step 5
Step 5
Add an appropriate amount of water, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to cook until done (you can check with chopsticks, if it can be easily pierced, it is done).
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Step 6
Step 6
Remove the cooked chicken from the pot, cut it open, and place it on a plate. Use water starch to thicken the sauce in the pot, and pour it over the chicken. Finally, you can add a few drops of lemon juice to enhance the flavor.

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