Cambodian Grilled or Broiled Chicken

 
1 lb boneless chicken breasts
2 cloves garlic
2 scallions, thinly sliced
2 T sugar
1/2 to 1 tsp red pepper flakes, or to taste
1 T fish sauce
1 T soy sauce
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Pound chicken breasts just until they are of uniform thickness. Place all ingredients, except chicken, in a food processor and, using the steel blade, process until a paste is formed. Place chicken in a dish and coat both sides with the paste. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for several hours. Grill or broil just until cooked through, about 6 to 7 minutes per side. Serve with sliced tomatoes, cucumbers and jasmine rice.

Hint: Fish sauce can be found in the Thai grocery section at supermarkets. Leftover chicken is delicious in a salad or on a sandwich.