Grilled Chicken with Bamboo Shoot
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and tastes like you've been cooking all day. The combination of tender grilled chicken with crisp bamboo shoots creates a satisfying dish that feels both light and substantial. Bamboo shoots are packed with fiber and virtually fat free, making them an excellent choice for a healthier meal. The ginger and garlic infuse everything with incredible flavor while the sesame oil adds that authentic Asian touch. Best of all, you probably have most of these pantry staples on hand already, so you can pull this together without a special trip to the store.
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Ingredients
- 4boneless, skinless chicken breasts(about 6 oz each, pounded to even thickness)
- 473 mlfresh bamboo shoots(sliced lengthwise into strips)
- 3 tablespoonssoy sauce
- 2 tablespoonsfresh ginger(minced)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 2 tablespoonssesame oil
- 1 tablespoonrice vinegar
- 1 tablespoonhoney
- 2 tablespoonsvegetable oil(for grilling)
- 4scallions(chopped)
- 2 tablespoonssesame seeds(white or black)
- ½ teaspoonred pepper flakes
- to tastesalt and black pepper
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, minced ginger, garlic, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes to create the glaze.
Tip: Prepare the glaze while the grill heats up to save time.
- 2
Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides, then lightly brush with vegetable oil.
Tip: Even seasoning ensures consistent flavor throughout the grilled chicken.
- 3
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F) and allow it to heat for 5 minutes.
Tip: A hot grill creates better char marks and keeps the chicken moist.
- 4
Place chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on the first side without moving them, then flip and cook an additional 6-7 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Tip: Resist the urge to move the chicken early; this allows for a beautiful golden crust.
- 5
During the last 3 minutes of cooking, brush both sides of the chicken generously with the prepared glaze.
Tip: Apply the glaze near the end to prevent burning while allowing it to caramelize.
- 6
In the final 2 minutes, arrange the bamboo shoot strips on the grill grates, brush lightly with remaining glaze, and cook until lightly charred.
Tip: Bamboo shoots cook quickly, so monitor them closely to prevent over-charring.
- 7
Transfer the grilled chicken and bamboo shoots to a serving platter, drizzle any remaining glaze over the top, and garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds.
Tip: Plating while hot keeps the dish warm and helps the glaze set beautifully.
- 8
Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles on the side.
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