Asian Marinated Chicken
Asian Marinated Chicken is a flavor-packed dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a savory-sweet marinade featuring soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and honey. This simple yet delicious recipe transforms weeknight dinners into memorable meals, perfect for any occasion. Serve it over rice or in wraps for a delightful twist that will impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag and pour marinade over them. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight is best).
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Remove chicken from marinade and cook on the grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), or bake for about 25-30 minutes.
- Bring leftover marinade to a boil in a saucepan; simmer until thickened slightly. Drizzle over cooked chicken before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg