Ginger Mandarins Marinated Chicken Recipe

Start by peeling the mandarins. Take three of them and divide them into segments, removing any white pith to ensure a smooth texture. Next, blend these segments in a blender until they form a puree.

Set this puree aside for further use in the marinade.

In a mixing bowl, combine the mandarin puree with 2 teaspoons of dry ginger, 50 milliliters of soy sauce, 50 milliliters of vegetable oil, and the minced garlic from one clove, which can be pressed or grated.

Add 1 tablespoon of honey and season with salt and pepper to taste. Note that the soy sauce might provide enough salt, so you may skip additional salt if preferred. Mix all the ingredients well until combined.

Take the chicken thighs and place them in a large bowl. Pour the prepared marinade over the chicken and ensure it’s thoroughly coated.

Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate for 1.5 to 2 hours in the refrigerator to soak up all the delightful flavors.

After marinating, preheat your oven to 190 degrees Celsius (375 degrees Fahrenheit). Take the marinated chicken thighs out of the bowl and place them in a baking dish.

Add the segments of the fourth mandarin on top of the chicken for extra flavor. You can pour additional marinade over the chicken if desired, but it’s not necessary to use it all.

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for approximately 30 to 35 minutes.

After that, remove the foil and continue to bake for an additional 15 minutes to achieve a nice golden finish.

Once done, take it out of the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious ginger mandarins marinated chicken!