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Ginger Garlic Chicken Thigh Bake

A flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs marinated in a zesty ginger and garlic blend, baked to perfection.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger minced
  • 4 cloves garlic cloves minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low-sodium recommended
  • 2 tablespoons honey maple syrup can be an alternative
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces bone-in chicken thighs skin on
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For Baking
  • 1/4 cup fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley
  • 2 pieces lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare the chicken thighs by patting them dry with paper towels.
  3. Mix together a marinade of minced ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and honey in a bowl.
  4. Coat the chicken thighs generously with the marinade and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Arrange the marinated chicken thighs in a single layer on a baking dish.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
  7. Rest the chicken thighs for about 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Marinate longer for deeper flavor. Avoid overcrowding on the baking sheet.