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Ina Garten Indonesian Chicken

Indulge in Ina Garten's Indonesian Chicken: A Flavorful Feast

This recipe features Ina Garten Indonesian Chicken marinated in a rich peanut butter soy marinade, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indonesian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Honey substitute with maple syrup for vegan
  • 1/3 cup Peanut Butter creamy natural for best results
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar apple cider vinegar as substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger minced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional, adjust for spice preference
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-in, Skin-on Chicken Thighs for juicier chicken
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Grill or oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Ina Garten Indonesian Chicken
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, peanut butter, rice vinegar, minced ginger, garlic, ground cumin, and ground coriander. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Place chicken thighs in a large bowl or zip-top bag. Pour marinade over, ensuring coverage. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (~375°F) or oven to 400°F. Ensure even preheating for optimal cooking.
  4. For grilling, cook chicken thighs for 6-8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. For roasting, about 35-40 minutes.
  5. Let cooked chicken rest, then garnish with cilantro and sesame seeds. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Marinate longer for maximum flavor. Adjust cook time for boneless thighs and check internal temperature with a meat thermometer.

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