# Chicken Marinade

A super easy chicken marinade that results in a luxurious feel once cooked, perfect for chicken thighs or breasts.

- Total time: 150 min
- Category: Sauce & Condiment
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 3 to 4 garlic cloves grated on a microplane
- 0.33 cup honey
- 0.33 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 pinch kosher salt
- black pepper
- onion powder
- 1 shot vinegar
- olive oil
- boneless, skinless chicken thighs

## Instructions

1. Grate 3 to 4 garlic cloves on a microplane.
2. Combine the grated garlic, 1/3 to 1/2 cup of honey, and the same amount of Dijon mustard in a bowl.
3. Add a pinch of kosher salt, some black pepper, some onion powder, and a tiny shot of vinegar to the mixture.
4. Drizzle in olive oil while continuously whisking until the mixture resembles mayonnaise.
5. Add boneless, skinless chicken thighs to the emulsified marinade, ensuring they are well coated.
6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least one to two hours, or even overnight.
7. Transfer the marinated chicken thighs onto a foil-lined sheet tray.
8. Bake the chicken in a 450°F oven (even better with a convection fan) for about 25 to 30 minutes until cooked through.
9. After baking, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before cutting and serving as desired.

## Equipment

- microplane
- whisk
- bowl
- plastic wrap
- foil-lined sheet tray
- oven

## Tips

- Use Dijon mustard as an emulsifier to create a luxurious texture for the marinade.
- Use a damp kitchen towel rolled up under your bowl to keep it steady while whisking.
- Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours, or overnight.
- Line your sheet tray with foil for easier cleanup.
- A convection fan in the oven will help cook the chicken better.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking before cutting and serving.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1JF7TtNzkN/
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/6c40c7ea-07ae-40a2-9d42-dc30ca501624
- Extracted: 2026-06-25

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