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Hot Honey Chicken Marinade Recipe
Ben Carraoli

Hot Honey Chicken Marinade Recipe

The first time I made hot honey chicken marinade, I was blown away by how much flavor it added to simple chicken. The sweet honey combined with a bit of heat made every bite exciting and irresistible. It’s one of those easy recipes that turns an ordinary meal into something extraordinary.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner
Calories: 219
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs chicken breasts trimmed and cut into thin cutlets
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt

Method
 

  1. Combine olive oil, honey, white wine vinegar, minced garlic, dijon mustard, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt in a mixing bowl or measuring cup. Whisk well to mix all the ingredients together. The honey and oil should emulsify slightly, creating a thick, flavorful marinade.
  2. Trim the chicken breasts and cut them horizontally into thin cutlets for even cooking. Place the chicken pieces in a large zip-top bag or a covered container. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring every piece is well-coated. Seal the bag or container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
  3. Grill the marinated chicken over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes per side. If you don’t have a grill, a stovetop grill pan works just as well. You can also bake the chicken in an oven preheated to 375°F for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain its juices.