Asian Grill Chicken – Skinny Taste

This Asian Grilled Chicken recipe is the perfect excuse to grill or use your indoor grill pan, and is a high-protein dinner idea that's easy to make!

Asian Grill Chicken

I love making this delicious Asian style grilled chicken recipe when the weather is warm, because it’s perfect for outdoor gatherings and family dinners. Marinating it overnight will give you the best results for the most delicious chicken. You can also make it all year long in a grill pan. If you like this dish, try my Korean style chicken and this classic grilled chicken breast recipe.

Why you'll love this recipe

I first shared this recipe in 2008 and it’s crazy how long I’ve been doing it! I love dark meat so I’m always trying to find ways to make chicken breasts taste good. This is a dish I make when I’m craving Asian flavors. I usually double it and use the leftovers as a quick lean protein to add to a bowl or salad.

• Versatile and easy: The meat goes well with a variety of side dishes, including rice and broccoli, and is easy to prepare.
• Juicy and delicious: The marinade makes the chicken tender and delicious.
• Dietary restrictions: This healthy Asian-style grilled chicken is packed with protein, dairy-free, gluten-free (if you use tamari and GF teriyaki), and Weight Watchers-friendly.

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Grilled Asian Chicken Ingredients

Our Asian Grilled Chicken Marinade combines nine ingredients to create a delicious sweet, salty, and tangy flavor that infuses the chicken with a tangy, tangy flavor.For exact measurements, see the recipe card below..)

• Chicken Breast: I buy boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced, and cut them into thin cutlets. However, I also buy regular chicken breasts, pound them until they are evenly thin, and then cut them into smaller pieces. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are also great.
• Lemon juice Adds a bright acidity that tenderizes the chicken.
• Roasted sesame seeds They taste better than unroasted. You can buy them roasted or fry them in a frying pan until golden brown. Be careful, they can burn quickly.
• Aromatic compounds: Minced garlic and green onions add fragrant, delicious flavor to the marinade.
• ginger: For a warm, spicy flavor, peel and chop fresh ginger.
• Low-salt soy sauce Provides an umami base while lowering sodium content.
• Teriyaki sauce: I love Kikkoman's teriyaki sauce. They also have a gluten-free version.
• honey For a sweetness that balances the saltiness of soy sauce.
• Sesame oil It adds a rich, savory flavor to the marinade and helps prevent lean chicken breasts from drying out.

What is the secret to making delicious grilled chicken?

• Amazing marinade Essential when grilling chicken. It tenderizes the meat and prevents it from drying out.
• I would also like to check the following: Don't overcook it.. Since we used thin cutlets, they will cook quickly. Use a meat thermometer to check they are done (it should read 165°F).

How to Make Asian Grilled Chicken

This baked Asian chicken recipe guarantees tender, juicy chicken every time. Please see the recipe card for detailed instructions.

1. Asian Grilled Chicken Marinade: Combine all the seasoning ingredients in a bowl and mix.
2. Season the chicken: Pour the sauce over the chicken. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, but you will get better results if you marinate the meat overnight.
3. grill chicken Place on an oiled grill or grill pan and grill over medium to low heat for a few minutes on each side.
4. garnish Add sesame seeds and green onions.

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• chicken: This marinade is also good on boneless, skinless thighs.
• seafood: Use this marinade on shrimp or salmon.
• Citrus: Substitute lime juice.
• ginger: If you don't have fresh ginger, use ¾ teaspoon dried ginger.
• onion: Instead of green onions, add diced red onions.
• sweetener: You can use maple syrup or agave instead of honey.
• Gluten Free: Use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce, and use gluten-free teriyaki sauce.
• Sesame Allergy: Use avocado or peanut oil instead of sesame oil.
• Spicy Asian Marinade: Add Sriracha.
• Herb: Add cilantro to your marinade or garnish your chicken with it.
• No grill? Cook the chicken breasts in a grill pan or cast iron skillet.

Foods to serve with grilled Asian chicken

• Asian Grilled Chicken Salad: Make a salad with mixed greens, carrots, green onions and tangerines, then top it with chicken and sesame soy vinegar.
• Roasted Vegetables: When cooking chicken, try adding grilled pumpkin or corn.
• Other vegetables: Serve with spicy garlic edamame, stir-fried bok choy, ratatouille or Asian coleslaw.
• rice: Serve this dish with white rice or edamame fried rice and one of the vegetarian options listed above.
• Chicken Skewers: Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and skewer it with chopped vegetables such as onions and bell peppers.

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These Asian Grilled Chicken Breasts are delicious as leftovers.

• refrigerator: It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days, making it a great lunch option.
• Make someone hang on tight Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
• remain: You can eat the chicken cold (I like it on salad!) or warm it up in the microwave.

More Baked Chicken Recipes You'll Love

You can find all of my chicken breast recipes here, but here are a few baked chicken breast recipes that I think you'll enjoy.