SESAME-LEMON MARINATED CHICKEN

Sesame-Lemon Marinated Chicken image

Provided by Feast Your Eyes

Time 8h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb chicken thigh, boneless and skinless
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1 tablespoon water
1 1/4 tablespoons dark sesame oil
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
vegetable oil cooking spray
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
lemon rind, curls garnish

Steps:

Wash chicken and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a gallon-size zip-lock plastic bag, combine the lemon juice with the next seven (7) ingredients. Add the chicken; turn the sealed bag to coat and marinate in the refrigerator for eight (8) hours (best overnight); turn occasionally.
Remove chicken from the marinade; reserving marinade.
Pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepot; bring to a boil. Reduce the cooking flame; simmer for two (2) minutes. Set aside.
Coat the grill rack with cooking spray; place chicken on preheated grill over medium heat. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over chicken.
Grill chicken until it is fork tender and juices run clear, turning occasionally and brushing frequently with marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.9, Fat 23.9, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 95.5, Sodium 118.8, Carbohydrate 3.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.9, Protein 20.7