Grilled Chicken With Tomatillo Sauce Recipe

Name: Grilled Chicken With Tomatillo Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 3-pound chicken, cut up; Juice 1 lime or lemon; 3 cloves garlic, whole with skins intact; 1 pound tomatillos; 1 jalapeno chili, seeded and sliced; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/4 cup dry white or Chinese rice wine; 1/2 cup white wine vinegar; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/4 cup coriander leaves, plus a few for garnishing; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Servings: persons

1 3-pound chicken, cut up
Juice 1 lime or lemon
3 cloves garlic, whole with skins intact
1 pound tomatillos
1 jalapeno chili, seeded and sliced
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup dry white or Chinese rice wine
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup coriander leaves, plus a few for garnishing
2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1
Preheat broiler or coals for the chicken.
2
Wipe the chicken dry with paper towels and squeeze on the juice of the lime or lemon.
3
Set aside.
4
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
5
Bake the garlic in its skin until soft (about 10 minutes).
6
Peel.
7
Meanwhile, grill the chicken until cooked.
8
While it is cooking make the sauce.
9
Chop the tomatillos and place them in a skillet with the chili, sugar, wine and vinegar.
10
Cook until soft, stirring frequently.
11
Season with salt and pepper.
12
Add the garlic and mash into the sauce.
13
Pour the mixture into a food processor.
14
Add the coriander leaves (setting a few aside for garnishing) and puree.
15
Pour the mixture into a saucepan.
16
When the chicken is cooked, place on a serving dish.
17
Heat the sauce, and swirl in the butter.
18
Pour into a sauceboat and sprinkle with remaining coriander.
19
Serve separately.

156

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 3-pound chicken, cut up, Juice 1 lime or lemon, 3 cloves garlic, whole with skins intact, 1 pound tomatillos, and more.

Yes, Grilled Chicken With Tomatillo Sauce 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.

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Grilled Chicken With Tomatillo Sauce

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