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Sichuan Pepper and Garlic Grilled Chicken
This simple grilled chicken requires only a half dozen ingredients, but it packs tons of garlicky, citrusy, herbal and smoky flavors. Most notably, Sichuan pepper lends its inimitable menthol, tongue-tingling quality. We prefer the sweetness of ground white pepper in the seasoning, but if black pepper is what you have, it works well, too. A spritz of lime juice on the chicken after grilling elevates everything, so don’t forget to serve with lime wedges. Offer steamed jasmine rice alongside.
4-6
Servings
Tip
Don’t skip the step of toasting the Sichuan peppercorns. Toasting makes them more aromatic, yet mellows their pungency. Be sure to allow the peppercorns to cool before grinding.
1 hour
plus grill prep
Ingredients
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1-2
tablespoons Sichuan peppercorns
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2
tablespoons neutral oil
Directions
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01In an 8-inch skillet over medium, toast the Sichuan peppercorns, stirring, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer to an electric spice grinder and let cool, then pulverize until finely ground. Empty into a large bowl, then stir in the oil, garlic, minced scallions, cilantro stems, lime juice and zest, sugar, 1½ teaspoons salt and ½ teaspoon white pepper. Add the chicken and toss until well coated. Let stand at room temperature while you prepare the grill.
Reviews
May 15, 2026
a really wonderful weeknight dish
as long as you have the ingredients at hand, the hour in the amazing marinade before grilling is enough, though I'll marinate for hours or overnight next time. the chicken cooks long enough (25") on the cool side long enough to also grill new potatoes or other veggies for a side. delicious.
September 22, 2025
DELICIOUS
This was very simple and quick to make, and it is so good! My husband is already asking when I will make it again!
March 3, 2026
Sichuan pepper & garlic grilled chicken
A question- I don’t really have an electric spice grinder- what else can be used?
May 10, 2026
a question
this looks amazing. what about letting it marinate overnight?
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