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