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Honey Soy Chicken


  • Author: recipstep
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

🍗 1.25 – 1.5 kg / 2.5 – 3 lb skinless boneless chicken thighs or breast
🌱 1 tbsp vegetable oil, for cooking

Honey Soy Marinade Sauce:
🥢 1/2 cup soy sauce
🍯 2/3 cup honey (substitute maple syrup)
🍏 1/3 cup cider vinegar (or rice vinegar)
🍗 1/4 cup chicken broth
🍶 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
🧄 1 1/2 tbsp garlic, finely minced

Serving Sauce:
💧 1/3 cup water
🌽 1 1/2 tsp cornflour/cornstarch

Garnishes (Optional):
🥬 Green onion, finely sliced
🌰 Sesame seeds


Instructions

1. Marinade Sauce:

Place ingredients in a jug and mix well until honey is completely dissolved.
Reserve 1/4 cup for basting, refrigerate.
Reserve 2/3 cup for serving sauce, refrigerate.
2. Marinade Chicken:

Pour remaining marinade over chicken in a container. Coat chicken thoroughly.
Cover and refrigerate for 3 to 48 hours (minimum 3 hrs).
3. Serving Sauce (Makes 1 cup):

Place reserved sauce in a small saucepan.
Mix cornflour and water, then add into saucepan.
Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring regularly, until it thickens to a syrupy consistency. Set aside and keep warm. If it gets too thick, just add a bit more water.
4. Cook:

Brush BBQ plate or grills with oil and heat to medium-high. Or heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
For thighs: Cook the first side for 2 minutes, then flip and dab with reserved basting sauce. Cook for 2 minutes, flip and baste. Then flip/baste every 1 minute for a total cook time of ~10 minutes or until a thermometer reads 75°C/165°F.
For breast: Cook the first side for 2 minutes, flip, and baste. Cook for 2 minutes, then flip and baste every 45 seconds or so for a total cook time of ~8 minutes (internal temp 66°C / 151°F).
5. Rest:

Transfer to a serving plate, cover loosely with foil, and rest for 5 minutes.
6. Serve:

Serve chicken garnished with sesame seeds and green onion, with sauce on the side so people can help themselves. Enjoy your delicious Honey Soy Chicken! 🍽️🍗

Notes

  • Marinating the chicken for a longer period enhances the flavor.
  • Baking times may vary based on the size of the chicken pieces. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • For a thicker sauce, simmer the remaining marinade on the stove until reduced to desired consistency.
  • Can be adapted for gluten-free by using tamari or gluten-free soy sauce.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating time)
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 18g (mostly from honey)
  • Sodium: 800mg (varies with soy sauce used)
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg