Description

This Chicken Thigh Marinade combines olive oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, and fresh herbs for a deliciously flavorful dish that will elevate your chicken thighs.

Ingredients

Scale

1/2 cup olive oil

2 tablespoons brown sugar

3 tablespoons soy sauce

1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest

1 tablespoon fresh parsley leaves chopped

plus more for garnish

1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves chopped

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

2 teaspoons minced garlic

Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, lemon zest, parsley, thyme, salt, pepper, and minced garlic until well combined.
Place the chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 4 hours, to allow the flavors to meld.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and place marinated chicken thighs on a baking sheet.
Bake for 30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), basting occasionally with the marinade.
Garnish with additional chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. This marinade also works well for grilling or pan-searing.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (marinade only)
Category: Main Course
Method: baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons marinade
Calories: 120 kcal
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 300 mg
Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 4 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 1 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg

Keywords: Chicken Thigh Marinade, chicken marinade, flavorful chicken, easy marinade, herb marinade