Sesame-Lemon Marinated Chicken

Name: Sesame-Lemon Marinated Chicken
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken thigh, boneless and skinless; 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons lemon zest; 1 tablespoon water; 1 1/4 tablespoons dark sesame oil; 1 teaspoon rice vinegar; 1 teaspoon hot sauce; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; vegetable oil cooking spray; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted; lemon rind, curls garnish

12 ingredients

6 steps

Ingredients

1 lb chicken thigh, boneless and skinless
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1 tablespoon water
1 1/4 tablespoons dark sesame oil
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
vegetable oil cooking spray
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
lemon rind, curls garnish

Directions

1

Wash chicken and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
2

In a gallon-size zip-lock plastic bag, combine the lemon juice with the next seven (7) ingredients. Add the chicken; turn the sealed bag to coat and marinate in the refrigerator for eight (8) hours (best overnight); turn occasionally.
3

Remove chicken from the marinade; reserving marinade.
4

Pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepot; bring to a boil. Reduce the cooking flame; simmer for two (2) minutes. Set aside.
5

Coat the grill rack with cooking spray; place chicken on preheated grill over medium heat. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over chicken.
6

Grill chicken until it is fork tender and juices run clear, turning occasionally and brushing frequently with marinade.