Description
A savory, umami-packed garlic soy marinade that transforms simple grilled chicken into a flavorful, tender dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 2 pounds chicken, boneless thighs, breasts, or drumsticks
Instructions
- Mix the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, black pepper, and red chili flakes until well combined.
- Prep the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry with paper towels to ensure the marinade sticks better. Place the chicken in a zip-top bag or a shallow dish.
- Marinate: Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is evenly coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
- Grill the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for 5–7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store the marinade in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days if not mixed with raw meat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Recipe Component
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: East Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: grilled chicken, soy marinade, garlic marinade, chicken recipe, easy marinade, bbq