25-Min Ayam Bakar — Grilled Chicken with Sweet Soy Glaze
Chicken thighs glazed with sweet soy, garlic, and lime, pan-seared until caramelized. Served with steamed rice and a cold drink for an authentic Indonesian weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, lime juice, and chili paste in a small bowl until sugar dissolves.
Step 2
Pat chicken thighs dry. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Step 3
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
Step 4
Place chicken skin-side down in the hot skillet. Sear without moving for 6–7 minutes until skin is golden and crispy.
Step 5
Flip chicken, pour the glaze over it, and cook for 5–6 minutes until the sauce caramelizes and chicken is cooked through.
Step 6
Serve chicken and pan sauce over steamed rice with iced tea on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch)
- small mixing bowl
- spoon
- paper towels
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