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Spicy Grilled Chicken with Crunchy Fennel Salad

This vibrant spicy grilled chicken with crunchy fennel salad is a masterclass in balancing bold, savoury flavours with fresh textures. The chicken thighs are marinated in a punchy paste of garlic, chilli, and tomato purée, ensuring the meat remains succulent and deeply aromatic after grilling. Paired with a zesty, licorice-scented fennel slaw, it offers a sophisticated alternative to standard grilled poultry. The addition of grilled lemons provides a mellow, sweet acidity that ties the entire dish together beautifully.

As a diabetes-friendly main course, this recipe focuses on lean protein and fibre-rich vegetables while remaining naturally low in sugar. It is an excellent choice for those seeking a heart-healthy dinner that doesn't compromise on excitement. Serve this colourful platter at your next garden gathering or as a light summer supper to enjoy a nutritious, professional-quality meal at home.

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Ingredients for Spicy Grilled Chicken with Crunchy Fennel Salad

  • 675g skinless, boneless chicken thighs

  • Koshersalt

  • 2 garlic cloves

  • 3 oil-packed anchovy fillets (optional)

  • 1 red chilli (such as Fresno or Holland), seeds removed, coarsely chopped

  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped oregano

  • 80ml extra-virgin olive oil, divided, plus more for grilling

  • 2 lemons, halved

  • 2 medium fennel bulbs, tough outer layers removed, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced crosswise

  • 1 small white onion, very thinly sliced into rounds

  • 2 matskedar osmakad risvinäger

  • 1 tablespoon toasted white and/or black sesame seeds

Pat chicken dry and season with salt. Set aside on a plate.

Smash garlic under the flat side of a chef’s knife on your cutting board. Add anchovies, if using, chilli, and a couple of pinches of salt and continue smashing with the side of your knife until a paste forms. (You can also do this with a mortar and pestle.) Transfer paste to a large bowl and stir in tomato paste, oregano, and 45ml oil. Add chicken and toss to coat. Let sit at room temperature 1 hour.

Meanwhile, prepare a grill for medium heat. Clean and oil grate. Grill chicken, turning once, until lightly charred and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.

While the chicken is cooking, grill lemons, cut side down, until lightly charred and starting to caramelize, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a platter.

Transfer chicken to platter with lemons and let rest 5 minutes.

While the chicken is resting, toss fennel, onion, and vinegar in a medium bowl; drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons oil and season with a big pinch of salt and toss once more.

Mound fennel salad next to chicken and sprinkle sesame seeds over both. Squeeze grilled lemons over chicken and fennel salad.

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  • 28 jan 2026 | Ursprungligen publicerad

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