Honey Garlic Chicken Marinade

This quick and easy Honey Garlic Chicken Marinade combines the sweetness of honey with savory garlic to create a comforting flavor that is perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 27

Total Time 2

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Marinade

2 tablespoons olive oil A smooth base that helps all the flavors come together.
2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce Gives that umami punch without overwhelming saltiness.
1/4 cup honey The secret sweetness that balances the savory notes.
2 cloves garlic (minced) Fresh garlic gives it that extra flavor boost, so don’t skimp!
1/4 cup water Helps to dilute and distribute the flavors evenly.

For the Chicken

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts Lean and ready to soak in all that deliciousness.

Method

Preparation

Grab a freezer bag or your reusable silicone bag. Pour in the olive oil, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and water. Smoosh the bag with your hands until everything is well combined.
Gently add the chicken breasts into the bag. Move the bag around to ensure that every inch of chicken is coated in that savory marinade.
Pop that bag into the fridge and marinate for at least 2 hours, but if you can wait up to 24, it’s even better.

Cooking

Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F.
Place the marinated chicken in a shallow baking dish and bake for 10 minutes.
Carefully flip the chicken over and bake for another 12 to 17 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
Let the chicken rest at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

You can marinate the chicken ahead of time and store it in the freezer. Just take it out the night before for a ready-to-go meal. If it tastes too salty, add a splash more honey to balance it out. For a refreshing twist, consider adding fresh ginger or lime juice to the marinade.