Soy-Sauce-And-Citrus-Marinated Chicken Recipe

Name: Soy-Sauce-And-Citrus-Marinated Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, crushed; 1 cup mixed fresh citrus juice (such as sour orange, grapefruit, and/or lime); 1/2 cup soy sauce; 1/3 cup distilled white vinegar; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 (3 1/2-4-pound) chicken, halved, backbone removed; Kosher salt; 1 lemongrass stalk, top third removed; 2 shallots, halved; 2 scallions, dark green tops removed; 1 red chile (such as Fresno); 4 garlic cloves, unpeeled; 1 (1-inch) piece ginger, peeled, very finely chopped; 2 tablespoons fish sauce; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 pomelo; Cilantro sprigs (for serving)

Servings: persons

4 garlic cloves, crushed
1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, crushed
1 cup mixed fresh citrus juice (such as sour orange, grapefruit, and/or lime)
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup distilled white vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1 (3 1/2-4-pound) chicken, halved, backbone removed
Kosher salt
1 lemongrass stalk, top third removed
2 shallots, halved
2 scallions, dark green tops removed
1 red chile (such as Fresno)
4 garlic cloves, unpeeled
1 (1-inch) piece ginger, peeled, very finely chopped
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1 pomelo
Cilantro sprigs (for serving)

1
Combine garlic, ginger, citrus juice, soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar in a medium bowl. Place chicken halves in a large resealable plastic bag and pour in marinade. Seal bag, pressing out any air. Chill at least 12 hours and up to 2 days.
2
Place rack in top third of oven; preheat to 425u00b0F. Remove chicken from bag; discard marinade. Pat chicken dry with paper towels; season lightly with salt.
3
Roast chicken on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet until deep brown and cooked through, 30-40 minutes.
4
Bruise lemongrass stalk by lightly crushing with a rolling pin. Bring lemongrass and 1/2 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan. Remove from heat and let sit until very fragrant, 8-10 minutes; strain lemongrass infusion into a large measuring glass.
5
Meanwhile, heat a large skillet, preferably cast iron, over medium-high. Toast shallots, scallions, chile, and garlic, tossing occasionally, until dark brown in spots, 8-10 minutes. Let cool. Remove skins from garlic and coarsely chop garlic with shallots, scallions, and chile.
6
Add garlic, shallots, scallions, chile, and ginger to lemongrass infusion. Stir in fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar.
7
Using a sharp knife, remove peel and white pith from pomelo; discard. Working over a medium bowl, cut along sides of membranes to release segments. Squeeze juice from membranes into bowl; discard. Tear segments into large pieces. Mix into dipping sauce.
8
Transfer chicken to a platter, spoon some dipping sauce over, and top with cilantro. Serve with remaining dipping sauce alongside.

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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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 garlic cloves, crushed, 1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, crushed, 1 cup mixed fresh citrus juice (such as sour orange, grapefruit, and/or lime), 1/2 cup soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Soy-Sauce-And-Citrus-Marinated Chicken 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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Soy-Sauce-And-Citrus-Marinated Chicken

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