Guangdong Honey Chicken

Guangdong Honey Chicken is a sweet and savory dish featuring tender chicken pieces glazed with a rich honey marinade, perfect for a delightful BBQ experience. This gluten-free recipe is easy to prepare and brings the authentic flavors of Guangdong cuisine to your dining table.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs - 400 grams, boneless and skinless
• Honey - 3 tablespoons
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped for garnish
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, for garnish

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine honey, gluten-free soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and add them to the marinade. Mix well to ensure all pieces are coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat. If using a grill, lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
4. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Reserve the marinade for basting.
5. Grill the chicken pieces for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with the reserved marinade for extra flavor.
6. Once cooked through and slightly charred, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
7. Serve the honey chicken hot, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 24 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 18 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Honey provides natural antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties.

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