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Ginger Soy Chicken

An easy recipe for the best marinated chicken with loads of ginger, garlic and soy flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course american, dinner
Cuisine bbq, chicken, dinner, grilling
Servings 6 people
Calories 610 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 3 lbs chicken thighs

Ginger Soy Marinade

  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh ginger (using a microplane, or paste)
  • 2 tbsp fresh garlic (using a microplane, or jarred)

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl (or directly in a plastic bag), combine all marinade ingredients. Mix well to ensure honey is dissolved.
  • Add chicken, unfolding chicken thighs. Ensure chicken is fully coated in marinade, and cover bowl with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 1 hour, or up to 24 hours.
  • Preheat grill to 400 degrees fahrenheit. Cook chicken on each side for 8 minutes. Leave lid closed. Ensure chicken reaches 165 degrees internally using a meat thermometer.
  • Once chicken is fully cooked, allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Slice, and enjoy!

Notes

    • Note: This recipe serves 8 people at about 2 chicken thighs per person. Adjust accordingly for smaller or larger portions. 
    • Nutritional info accounts for full value of marinade which is not fully consumed. 
    • Air Fryer: Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees fahrenheit. Spray basket with nonstick, and place chicken in air fryer basket. Cook for roughly 15-20 minutes, flipping at the halfway point, and cook  until chicken reaches 165 degrees fahrenheit internally at its thickest point.
    • Bake: Preheat oven to 375 degrees fahrenheit. Line a sheet pan with foil, and spray with nonstick. Place chicken onto foil lined pan sprayed with nonstick, and bake for about 20 minutes. Chicken is done once it reaches 165 degrees fahrenheit at its thickest point.

Nutrition

Calories: 610kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 41gFat: 42gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 222mgSodium: 2336mgPotassium: 575mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 177IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 3mg
Keyword chicken, dinner
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