Broiled Chicken With Ginger and Lime Recipe

Name: Broiled Chicken With Ginger and Lime
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (3 1/2 lb) roasting chickens, cut into serving pieces; ⅔ cup soy sauce; ⅔ cup fresh lime juice (from about 4 limes); ¼ cup vegetable oil; ½ cup sugar; ¼ cup minced gingerroot (fresh ginger); 2 garlic cloves, smashed; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; ⅓ cup fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes); crushed red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

2 (3 1/2 lb) roasting chickens, cut into serving pieces
⅔ cup soy sauce
⅔ cup fresh lime juice (from about 4 limes)
¼ cup vegetable oil
½ cup sugar
¼ cup minced gingerroot (fresh ginger)
2 garlic cloves, smashed
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
⅓ cup fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
crushed red pepper flakes

1
For the marinade: Whisk the soy, lime juice, oil, sugar, ginger, and garlic together in a small bowl.
2
Pack the chicken pieces into a large sealable plastic bag and pour inthe marinade.
3
Close the bag and let the chicken marinate on the counter for 1 hour.
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(My note--this is counter to common food safety practices, so I would suggest not leaving it out longer than that!
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Position a rack near the middle of the oven so the chicken will be about 8 inches from the heating element, and heat the broiler.
7
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
8
Arrange the chicken pieces on the baking sheet--skin up and thicker pieces in the middle of the pan--and slide the pan under the broiler.
9
Broil for 10 minutes.
10
Turn the pieces over and broil for another 10 minutes, or until done (juices run clear when pierced with a fork).
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Meanwhile, for the dipping sauce: Melt the butter in a small skillet or saucepan over low heat.
12
Add the lime juice and a big pinch of crushed red pepper.
13
Roll the chicken pieces in the lime butter.
14
Transfer to a platter and serve.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (3 1/2 lb) roasting chickens, cut into serving pieces, ⅔ cup soy sauce, ⅔ cup fresh lime juice (from about 4 limes), ¼ cup vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Broiled Chicken With Ginger and Lime falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Broiled Chicken With Ginger and Lime

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