Honey Ginger Baked Chicken

1. 1

   Peel and thinly slice the ginger.

2. 2

   Stack the ginger slices and cut crossways to make thin strips.

3. 3

   Combine the water, honey and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

4. 4

   Cook, stirring to dissolve the sugar.

5. 5

   Bring to the boil and add the ginger.

6. 6

   Simmer, stirring, for 5 minutes until ginger is tender.

7. 7

   Transfer mixture to a large bowl and add the garlic and lemon zest.

8. 8

   Cut deep slashes in the chicken flesh.

9. 9

   Place chicken in the ginger mixture and turn to coat evenly.

10. 10

    Cover and refridgerate for 4 hours or overnight.

11. 11

    Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C.

12. 12

    Place the chicken and sauce in a baking dish.

13. 13

    Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and browned.

14. 14

    The original recipe called for 4 chicken thighs and 4 chicken drumsticks, however I always use skinless breasts.

15. 15

    If you want to use the thighs and drumsticks increase the baking time to about 40 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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