Grilled Chicken With Whiskey Ginger Marinade Recipe

Name: Grilled Chicken With Whiskey Ginger Marinade
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves; 1/3 cup Bourbon; 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce; 1 teaspoon grated lime rind; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger; 2 teaspoons dark sesame oil; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 garlic cloves, minced; cooking spray; 1 tablespoon water; 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

Servings: persons

4 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/3 cup Bourbon
1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 teaspoon grated lime rind
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger
2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 garlic cloves, minced
cooking spray
1 tablespoon water
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

1
Place each chicken breast half between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; pound to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
2
Combine bourbon and next 9 ingredients (bourbon through garlic). Reserve 1/3 cup marinade. Pour remaining marinade into a zip-top plastic bag; add chicken. Seal and marinate in refrigerator 1 hour, turning occasionally.
3
Preheat grill to medium-hot using both burners. Turn left burner off (leave right burner on). Remove chicken from bag; discard marinade. Coat grill rack with cooking spray. Place chicken on grill rack over right burner; grill 2 minutes on each side or until browned. Move chicken to grill rack over left burner. Cover and cook 5 minutes or until done. Slice each breast diagonally into thin strips; place chicken on a platter. Cover loosely with foil.
4
Combine water and cornstarch, stirring well with a whisk. Place reserved 1/3 cup marinadein a small saucepan; stir in cornstarch mixture. Bring to a boil; cook 15 seconds, stirring constantly. Drizzle sauce over chicken; sprinkle with sesame seeds.

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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

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves, 1/3 cup Bourbon, 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce, 3 tablespoons brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Grilled Chicken With Whiskey Ginger Marinade 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 Whiskey Ginger Marinade

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