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Secret Sauce Chicken

Secret Sauce Chicken


  • Author: Crystal
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This mouthwatering Secret Sauce Chicken features crispy-skinned chicken baked in a sweet-savory glaze that caramelizes beautifully. An effortless crowd-pleaser that transforms simple ingredients into extraordinary flavor!


Ingredients

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  • 2 (8 ounce) bottles Italian dressing
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 10 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar
  • 4 pounds bone-in chicken parts

Instructions

  1. Whisk together Italian dressing, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, mustard, ginger and brown sugar in a bowl.
  2. Place chicken in a large resealable bag and pour marinade over it. Marinate 4+ hours (or overnight).
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange chicken skin-side up in baking dish.
  4. Baste with marinade and bake 35-45 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Broil 2-3 minutes for extra crispy skin. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Tips: For spicier chicken, add 1 tsp red pepper flakes. Substitutions: Use low-sodium soy sauce if needed. Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: B
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 980mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 145mg

Keywords: chicken, secret sauce, easy dinner