Marinated Chicken Alla Griglia Recipe

Name: Marinated Chicken Alla Griglia
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup roasted garlic puree (see Notes); 1/2 cup rice vinegar or white wine vinegar; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup grape seed oil or corn oil; 2 tablespoons dried oregano, preferably on the branch (Sicilian or Calabrian); 2 tablespoons chopped rosemary; 1 lemon, thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons salt; 1 teaspoon coarse-ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 whole chickens, halved; 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and coarse-ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1/4 cup roasted garlic puree (see Notes)
1/2 cup rice vinegar or white wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup grape seed oil or corn oil
2 tablespoons dried oregano, preferably on the branch (Sicilian or Calabrian)
2 tablespoons chopped rosemary
1 lemon, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons salt
1 teaspoon coarse-ground black pepper
1 tablespoon sugar
2 whole chickens, halved
1/2 teaspoon each of salt and coarse-ground black pepper

1
Combine all the marinade ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
2
Place the chicken halves in a large container and pour the marinade over the top.
3
Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the fridge for at least 8 hours, or overnight.
4
Fire up the grill or preheat the broiler.
5
Remove the chickens from the marinade (but dont wipe the herbs off; theyre delicious charred right on the skin).
6
Season with more salt and pepper.
7
If youre using a grill: Place the chickens skin-side down and grill them on high.
8
After 2 minutes, turn the halves 45.
9
After another 2 minutes, flip the halves over.
10
After another 2 minutes, turn the halves 45 again.
11
Turn the heat down to medium and cook the chicken until the juice runs clear when you stick a leg with a knife, about 20 minutes, depending on your grill.
12
Or
13
If youre using a broiler: Place the chickens on a roasting rack and broil them until the skins are crisp, about 5 minutes.
14
Reduce the heat to 425 and bake the chicken until the juice runs clear when you stick a leg with a knife, about 20 minutes.
15
Serve immediately, with the vegetables and accompaniments of your choice, leftovers make great chicken salad.

305

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup roasted garlic puree (see Notes), 1/2 cup rice vinegar or white wine vinegar, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 cup grape seed oil or corn oil, and more.

Yes, Marinated Chicken Alla Griglia 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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Marinated Chicken Alla Griglia

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Variations & substitutions

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