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Chicken breasts marinated in soy sauce with garlic and ginger

4 servings

60 minutes

This recipe embodies pan-Asian flavor traditions, combining the sweetness of honey, the spiciness of garlic, and the heat of chili. Chicken breast marinated in a fragrant mix of soy sauce, ginger, and honey is baked to a golden crust while being regularly basted with marinade for flavor richness. The dish features tender meat and a rich palette of flavor notes – from sweet to spicy, from deep umami to fresh ginger aftertaste. It can be served with rice, noodles or vegetables for a harmonious Asian dinner. The origins of such dishes trace back to the culinary traditions of China and Japan where marinades play a crucial role in enhancing ingredient flavors. This dish is perfect for both a cozy home dinner and an impressive treat for guests.

Chicken breasts marinated in soy sauce with garlic and ginger
Energy value per serving
Calories
272.1kcal
Proteins
42.5grams
Fats
2.2grams
Carbohydrates
18.7grams
Ingredients
4servings
Cooking steps
  • Step 1

    1

    Prepare all the ingredients.

  • Step 2

    2

    Finely chop the garlic and ginger.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Garlic: 4 cloves
    2. Ginger: 20 g
  • Step 3

    3

    Remove seeds from the chili and chop it finely.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Chili pepper: 1 piece
  • Step 4

    4

    Mix the chopped vegetables with soy sauce and honey.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Garlic: 4 cloves
    2. Ginger: 20 g
    3. Chili pepper: 1 piece
    4. Soy sauce: 50 ml
    5. Honey: 70 g
  • Step 5

    5

    Rinse the chicken breasts under running water and place them in a zip bag.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Chicken breast fillet: 700 g
  • Step 6

    6

    Pour the marinade into the bag with the chicken, seal it and mix. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, up to overnight.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Soy sauce: 50 ml
    2. Honey: 70 g
    3. Garlic: 4 cloves
    4. Ginger: 20 g
    5. Chili pepper: 1 piece
  • Step 7

    7

    Take out the package and remove the chicken breasts. Do not pour out the marinade; it will still be useful.

  • Step 8

    8

    Preheat the oven to 190 degrees. Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet and bake for 40 minutes.

  • Step 9

    9

    Baste the breasts with marinade every 10 minutes during baking.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Soy sauce: 50 ml
    2. Honey: 70 g
    3. Garlic: 4 cloves
    4. Ginger: 20 g
    5. Chili pepper: 1 piece