Bbq Chicken with Sesame Chili Sauce

Elevate your summer grilling game with this bold and flavorful BBQ Chicken with Sesame Chili Sauce! Juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are first seasoned with a smoky, savory spice blend and perfectly charred on the grill for irresistible crispy skin. The star of the dish is the homemade sesame chili sauce, a tantalizing mix of soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and chili garlic paste that adds a perfect balance of sweet heat and umami to every bite. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh green onions for a touch of brightness and crunch, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 45 minutes and perfect for any backyard gathering, this easy-to-make BBQ chicken pairs wonderfully with grilled veggies, rice, or a crisp summer salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Chili garlic paste (e.g., sambal oelek)
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 2 stalks Green onions (sliced)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F to 400°F) and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.

Step 2

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken, making sure it's evenly coated.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, chili garlic paste, and rice vinegar to create the sesame chili sauce. Set aside.

Step 4

Place the chicken thighs skin-side down on the preheated grill. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and golden brown.

Step 5

Flip the chicken thighs and cook for another 5-7 minutes on the other side.

Step 6

Brush the chicken generously with the sesame chili sauce. Continue grilling for an additional 10-15 minutes, flipping and brushing with more sauce every few minutes, until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.

Step 7

Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 8

Sprinkle the grilled chicken with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Step 9

Serve the BBQ chicken hot with your favorite sides like grilled vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1128.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2515.2

Total Fat 187.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.6g
Cholesterol 729mg	0%
Sodium 5241.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.7g	0%
Total Sugars 37.7g
Protein 170.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 172.5mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 2166.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.7%

Protein: 26.6%

Carbs: 7.7%