Description
A simple yet flavorful marinade for chicken that enhances taste and tenderness.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, garlic, ginger, black pepper, salt, and paprika.
- Whisk until the mixture is well blended.
- Place the chicken in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
- Cook the chicken as desired: grill, bake, or sauté.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Try using different herbs like thyme or rosemary for varied flavors.
- Adjust the honey for sweetness according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Marinade
- Method: Mixing and marinating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: easy chicken marinade recipe