Chicken legs in soy-honey marinade

4 servings

40 minutes

Chicken legs in soy-honey marinade are an exquisite combination of tender chicken meat with deep Eastern notes of soy sauce and a sweet caramelized coating of honey. This recipe is inspired by Asian cuisine but is well adapted for the European table. The marinade penetrates the meat, making it juicy and rich in flavor, while baking creates an appetizing golden crust. Garlic adds spiciness, and ground pepper gives a slight heat. Serving with pasta and fresh salad leaves balances the dish by combining sweetness, saltiness, and tender texture. It's a great option for a cozy family dinner or festive table that delights with its rich taste and simplicity of preparation.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 704.7
• Proteins: 52.8g
• Fats: 26.4g
• Carbohydrates: 64g

Ingredients

• Chicken legs: 1 kg
• Soy sauce: 100 ml
• Honey: 3 tbsp
• Garlic: 3 clove
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Pasta: 300 g
• Green salad: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Prepare the ingredients.

2. Pour soy sauce into the container (preferably choose a thicker one).

   Required ingredients:

   • Soy sauce: 100 ml

3. Add honey

   Required ingredients:

   • Honey: 3 tablespoons

4. Grate the garlic on a fine grater or crush it in a garlic press.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 3 cloves

5. Add crushed garlic to the marinade.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 3 cloves

6. Add black ground pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

7. Marinate chicken legs for at least an hour.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken legs: 1 kg

8. Bake the drumsticks in the oven at 200 degrees for 20-30 minutes until golden brown.

9. Boil the pasta in salted water.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pasta: 300 g

10. Serve the legs with a garnish, decorating with salad leaves if desired.

    Required ingredients:

    • Green salad:  to taste