BUD'S " DISTRACT THE NEIGHBORS " GRILLED CHICKEN

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Bud's

"This is a delightful, simple dish that will fill the neighborhood with a gorgeous scent". Both outdoor grilling and pan grilling directions are given in the directions. Serve with your favorite grilled chicken sides or if you want to maintain the Middle Eastern theme serve with tabbouleh, baba ghanouj, yogurt dip, Arabic bread, etc. as a suggestion. We enjoyed the chicken with these sides: yogurt dip consisting of cucumbers, rose water, salt and mint; Recipe #475009, and fresh steamed plain green beans. From the book The Language of Baklava (page 79) by Diana Abu-Jaber.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Chicken

Time 3h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs skinless chicken pieces (For stove top grilling, I used thighs which were first pounded to 1/4-inch thickness)
lemon wedge
fresh rosemary sprig, for garnish
4 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
1 lemon, juice of
3 teaspoons brown sugar
3 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped (fresh from our garden!)
heaping 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (Don't add too much or the cumin will easily overpower the other flavors.)
1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder
salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Tip: I first rubbed the rosemary leaves in a pestle and mortar to release the oil and flavor. In a large non-reactive bowl (I used a gallon size "Ziploc" bag instead), combine the marinade ingredients. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and stir to coat them on all sides.
  • Note: if you choose to cook the chicken on an outdoor grill, you don't have to pound the pieces first unless you want. Alternatively, the chicken pieces can be cut smaller and threaded on skewers to make shish kabobs.
  • Cover well and refrigerate for a *minimum* of 3 hours. I marinated the chicken for a solid 6 hours but overnight will work, too. Turn the chicken pieces occasionally.
  • To OUTDOOR GRILL: Place the chicken parts on the grill. Grill over hot charcoals for 10-15 minutes, turning frequently and basting with the marinade.
  • To STOVE TOP GRILL: Heat the pan on medium-high heat. Place the chicken on the grill pan and cook on each side about five minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in the middle.
  • Transfer to a platter and garnish with lemon wedges and fresh sprigs of rosemary.
  • Prep time includes 3 hours required (minimum) for marinating the chicken.

Mihaela Ciobanu
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I'm not a big fan of grilled chicken, but this recipe is amazing. The chicken is so moist and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious.


Jahanara Telecom
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken is so tender and juicy, and the sauce is perfect.


Ace Dority
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious.


Cynthia Myers
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This is the best grilled chicken recipe I've ever tried. The chicken is so moist and flavorful, and the sauce is amazing.


Robert Rodzen
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the chicken always turns out perfect.


Abeeha Batool
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This recipe is a keeper. The chicken is so juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is incredible.


Intajar Ji
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I'm not a big fan of grilled chicken, but this recipe is amazing. The chicken is so moist and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious.


Hamid Abasi
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken is so tender and juicy, and the sauce is perfect.


Farooq ali Arijo
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious.


Reginald Asare
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This is the best grilled chicken recipe I've ever tried. The chicken is so juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is incredible.


Bhekii Mahlangu
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I love this recipe! It's so easy and the chicken always turns out perfect.


Sammy cool Comedies
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5 stars! This recipe is a keeper.


Michael Booysen
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This is my new favorite grilled chicken recipe. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing.


Mac O
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I'm not a big fan of grilled chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was to die for.


Albert Manjese
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The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans and it was a complete meal.


Md Nasir Hosen
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out great! It was a little spicy for my taste, but I just added a little less cayenne pepper next time.


Faton Alija
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This grilled chicken recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.