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Easy Honey Dijon Chicken Marinade (Baked Chicken Thighs)

Honey-Dijon emulsified marinade with garlic, vinegar, and olive oil for chicken thighs or breasts; baked at high heat until cooked through.

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easy
2h 30m
4
Prep: 6 min
Cook: 30 min
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Ingredients
  • 3 to 4 Garlic clovesgrated on a microplane or minced
  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup Honey
  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup Dijon mustardany mustard works; smooth Dijon preferred
  • a pinch Kosher salt
  • Black pepperto taste
  • Onion powderto taste
  • a tiny shot Vinegartype not specified
  • Olive oildrizzle in while whisking until mixture resembles mayonnaise; amount not specified
  • Boneless skinless chicken thighsor chicken breasts; amount not specified
Instructions
  1. 1

    Grate (or mince) 3–4 garlic cloves and add to a bowl.

    1 min

  2. 2

    Add honey (about 1/3–1/2 cup) and Dijon mustard (about the same amount).

    1 min

  3. 3

    Season with a pinch of kosher salt, black pepper, onion powder, and add a tiny shot of vinegar.

    0 min

  4. 4

    While whisking, slowly drizzle in olive oil until the mixture emulsifies and resembles mayonnaise.

    2 min

  5. 5

    Add boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts) and coat well in the marinade.

    1 min

  6. 6

    Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1–2 hours, or overnight.

    0
  7. 7

    Arrange the marinated chicken on a foil-lined sheet tray.

    1 min

  8. 8

    Bake at 450°F (convection if available) until cooked through, about 25–30 minutes with convection.

    30 min

  9. 9

    Rest a few minutes, then slice and serve as desired (e.g., with rice and vegetables).

    5 min

Equipment Needed
Microplane or knife
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Kitchen towel (to stabilize bowl)
Plastic wrap
Sheet tray
Aluminum foil
Oven

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