Flavorful Marinated Chicken
A quick and flavorful chicken dish with a spicy marinade and a rich, syrupy sauce.
Ingredients
Marinade
- 70gminced onion
- 12gminced garlic
- 60gshaohsing wine
- 15ggarlic oil
- 1cloveminced habanero (seeds removed)
- 2gfresh thyme
- 1lemon zest
- seasoning blend (use yours)
Chicken and Sauce
- 4chicken legs
- 60gwine
- 180gstock
- 60gwine
- 100gchicken stock
- Fresh thyme
- Lemon juice
- Honey
- Grain mustard
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
42.8kcal (2.14%)
Protein
2.0g (3.94%)
Carbs
1.9g (0.7%)
Sugars
1.2g (2.32%)
Healthy Fat
2.0g
Unhealthy Fat
0.5g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
How to make Flavorful Marinated Chicken
Marinating the Chicken
In a bowl, mix minced onion, minced garlic, shaohsing wine, garlic oil, minced habanero, fresh thyme, lemon zest, and your preferred seasoning blend.
Add chicken legs to the marinade and let them marinate for at least 1 hour.
Cooking the Chicken
Sear the marinated chicken in oil and butter until browned.
Deglaze the pan with wine and allow the alcohol to cook out.
Add stock, adjust seasonings, bring to a simmer, and cover for 15-20 minutes.
Remove the chicken from the pan and strain the braising liquid into a saucepan.
Making the Sauce
Add wine and chicken stock to the strained liquid and reduce it to an almost syrupy consistency.
Season with fresh thyme, a squeeze of lemon juice, honey, and grain mustard.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
42.8kcal (2.14%)
Protein
2.0g (3.94%)
Carbs
1.9g (0.7%)
Sugars
1.2g (2.32%)
Healthy Fat
2.0g
Unhealthy Fat
0.5g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
Tips & Tricks
For a spicier kick, leave the seeds in the habanero.
Adjust the seasoning blend to your taste preference.
FAQS
Can I use a different type of wine?
Yes, you can substitute shaohsing wine with a dry white wine if preferred.
How long should I marinate the chicken?
Marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour, but for more flavor, marinate overnight.
Can I use chicken breasts instead of legs?
Yes, chicken breasts can be used, but adjust the cooking time as they may cook faster.
What can I serve with this chicken?
Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Is this dish spicy?
Yes, it has a spicy kick from the habanero, but you can adjust the spice level to your preference.
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