Chicken Inasal

Bring the smoky flavors of the Philippines to your table with Chicken Inasal, a vibrant and flavorful grilled chicken dish that's a staple of Filipino cuisine. This recipe features succulent chicken thighs and drumsticks marinated in a harmonious blend of calamansi juice, coconut vinegar, soy sauce, and aromatic spices like lemongrass, garlic, and ginger. The marinade, infused with annatto oil for its signature golden hue, creates tender, juicy chicken with layers of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet notes. Grilled to perfection, each piece is basted repeatedly for a char-kissed finish that’s irresistibly mouthwatering. Serve this authentic Chicken Inasal with garlic rice and a spiced vinegar dipping sauce for an unforgettable, restaurant-quality meal right in your own kitchen. Perfect for BBQ gatherings or weeknight dinners, this Filipino favorite is both simple to prepare and packed with bold, tropical flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 kg Chicken thigh and drumsticks
• 4 tablespoons Lemongrass, minced
• 0.25 cup Calamansi juice
• 0.25 cup Coconut vinegar
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 6 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Ginger, minced
• 0.25 cup Annatto oil
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 pieces Bay leaves

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine minced lemongrass, calamansi juice, coconut vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, annatto oil, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, and bay leaves. Mix well to make the marinade.

Step 2

Add the chicken to the marinade, making sure each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or, for best results, overnight.

Step 3

Preheat your grill to medium heat.

Step 4

Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the grill. Cook the chicken, turning occasionally and basting with the leftover marinade, for about 20-25 minutes per side or until fully cooked. The internal temperature should reach 75°C (165°F).

Step 5

Brush the chicken with additional annatto oil during the last few minutes of grilling to enhance its color and flavor.

Step 6

Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 7

Serve the Chicken Inasal hot with a side of garlic rice and spiced vinegar dipping sauce for an authentic Filipino meal experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1837.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3869.1

Total Fat 258.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1395mg	0%
Sodium 8270.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 43.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 21.4g
Protein 312.9g	0%

Vitamin D 105IU	0%
Calcium 282.9mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 4217.3mg	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: 61.9%

Protein: 33.4%

Carbs: 4.7%