A honey chicken marinade is a sweet and tangy blend that enhances the flavor of chicken, providing a delightful balance of sweetness and depth. This marinade is perfect for grilling, baking, or pan-searing chicken, creating a succulent and flavorful dish.
Honey Chicken Marinade
A sweet and savory marinade featuring honey, soy sauce, garlic, and spices, perfect for tenderizing and flavoring chicken before cooking.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- large skillet
- slotted spoon
- serving plate
Ingredients
- honey
- olive oil
- garlic
- apple cider vinegar
- salt and black pepper
- chicken breast or thigh
- soy sauce
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, grated ginger (if using), lemon juice or apple cider vinegar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Whisk the ingredients together until well combined.
- Place the chicken pieces in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag.Pour the honey chicken marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated evenly. Massage the marinade into the chicken to ensure it's well-covered.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour, or ideally, overnight in the refrigerator to enhance the flavor.
- Once marinated, you can cook the chicken using your preferred method—grilling, baking, or pan-searing.If grilling, preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill until cooked through, ensuring to flip the pieces halfway through the cooking time.
- If baking, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the chicken in a baking dish and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- If pan-searing, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken pieces for about 6-8 minutes per side or until cooked through and golden brown.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes.Serve the honey-marinated chicken hot, garnished with fresh herbs like parsley or green onions, if desired.
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Notes
Before adding the marinade to the chicken, set aside enough to use as a basting sauce for extra flavor while grilling or frying.
Make sure the chicken achieves the 165°F/74°C safe internal temperature recommendation for eating.
Savor the delightfully aromatic blend of tastes created by the combination of sweet honey, salty soy sauce, and fragrant garlic and ginger in this simple-to-make marinade, which results in incredibly delicate and flavorful Honey Chicken. Tailor the seasoning and marinating duration to your specific preferences for a unique flavor profile.
Make sure the chicken achieves the 165°F/74°C safe internal temperature recommendation for eating.
Savor the delightfully aromatic blend of tastes created by the combination of sweet honey, salty soy sauce, and fragrant garlic and ginger in this simple-to-make marinade, which results in incredibly delicate and flavorful Honey Chicken. Tailor the seasoning and marinating duration to your specific preferences for a unique flavor profile.
Nutrition
Serving: 890g
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