Garlic Honey Marinade for Chicken
Transform your chicken dishes with this irresistible Garlic Honey Marinade—an easy, flavor-packed recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights or weekend cookouts. This marinade combines the natural sweetness of honey, the savory depth of soy sauce, and the brightness of fresh lemon juice, all elevated by the warmth of minced garlic and a hint of paprika. With just 10 minutes of prep, this versatile mixture works wonders on chicken breasts or thighs, ensuring every bite is juicy and tender. Whether you grill, bake, or sauté, the result is a perfectly caramelized, slightly tangy dish with a touch of smoky spice. Ideal for meal prepping or quick family dinners, this garlic honey marinade will become your go-to for adding bold, crowd-pleasing flavors to any chicken recipe.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 4 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoons Paprika
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts or thighs
Directions
Step 1
Peel the garlic cloves and finely mince them or crush them using a garlic press.
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, ground black pepper, salt, and paprika. Whisk thoroughly until well blended.
Step 3
Place the chicken breasts or thighs in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated.
Step 4
Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap. Place the chicken in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight for deeper flavor.
Step 5
When ready to cook, remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Discard the marinade to avoid cross-contamination.
Step 6
Cook the chicken to your preferred method: grill, bake at 375°F (190°C) until fully cooked, or sauté in a skillet until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (899.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1662.9 |
| Total Fat 53.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 591.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4007.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 63.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 52.9g | |
| Protein 223.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 90.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 131.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2186.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories