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Delicious chicken marinated in honey and soy sauce ready for grilling

Chicken Marinade with Honey and Soy Sauce

This sweet and savory chicken marinade brightens your weeknight dinners and is perfect for meal prep.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 46 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in or boneless, skin-on or off)
Marinade
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
Seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, ground ginger, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl, turning to coat so each piece is well covered in the marinade.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2 hours for deeper flavor.
Cooking
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400–450°F); you can also preheat a skillet over medium-high heat for stovetop cooking.
  2. Grill the marinated chicken thighs 6–8 minutes per side, or until internal temp reaches 165°F.
  3. Remove from heat and let the chicken rest a few minutes before serving to lock in juices.
  4. Slice or serve whole, spooning any pan juices over the top.

Notes

Marinate for 30 minutes for a decent flavor or 2 hours for a deeper taste. Avoid marinating for more than 8 hours to maintain texture. Pat chicken dry before searing for a good char, and use a meat thermometer; the safe internal temperature is 165°F.