Ina Garten Indonesian Chicken Recipe
Ina Garten’s Indonesian Chicken recipe features tender, flavorful chicken thighs marinated in a rich blend of soy sauce, honey, peanut butter, and aromatic spices, then grilled or roasted to perfection. This dish combines sweet, savory, and tangy flavors enhanced by fresh lime juice and garnished with cilantro and toasted sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes (including marinating time)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Indonesian
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Marinade
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tbsp peanut butter
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
Garnish
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Make the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, peanut butter, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, red pepper flakes if using, sesame oil, and lime juice until smooth and well combined.
- Marinate chicken: Place the bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs into a bowl or resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Ensure the chicken is fully coated and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to penetrate deeply.
- Grill or roast the chicken: For grilling, preheat the grill to medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 6 to 8 minutes per side until cooked through and nicely charred. Alternatively, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and roast the chicken on a baking sheet for 35 to 40 minutes, basting occasionally with marinade to keep the meat moist and flavorful.
- Garnish and serve: Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a serving platter and sprinkle generously with chopped cilantro and toasted sesame seeds for a fresh and nutty finish. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Marinating overnight will deepen the flavor significantly.
- Use skin-on chicken thighs to keep the meat juicy; removing skin will result in drier chicken.
- The peanut butter adds creaminess and balancing sweetness—natural unsweetened peanut butter is best.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level or omit for mild heat.
- Both grilling and roasting yield great results; choose based on available equipment or preference.
- To toast sesame seeds, heat a small dry skillet over medium heat and stir seeds until golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
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