Bone-In Marinated Chicken
"Bone-In Marinated Chicken Breast" typically refers to a chicken breast that still has the bone attached (often the rib bone) and has been soaked or coated in a marinade to enhance flavor and tenderness.
Here’s a quick overview, including cooking tips and options:
🐔 Bone-In Marinated Chicken Breast – What It Is:
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Bone-In: The breast includes the rib bone, and sometimes skin-on.
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Marinated: The chicken has been infused with a mixture of ingredients like oil, acid (e.g., vinegar, lemon juice), herbs, spices, and sometimes sugar or soy sauce.
🔪 Why Choose Bone-In?
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More Flavor: Bone helps retain moisture and adds flavor.
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Juicier: Slower to cook than boneless, but less likely to dry out.
🍋 Common Marinades:
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Lemon Herb: Lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, thyme, rosemary.
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BBQ: BBQ sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika.
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Asian-style: Soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, honey.
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Mediterranean: Olive oil, oregano, lemon, garlic.
🔥 How to Cook It:
1. Grill (Recommended)
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Preheat grill to medium heat (375–400°F / 190–200°C).
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Cook skin side down 5–7 min, then flip.
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Finish with indirect heat until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
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Let rest 5–10 min before serving.
2. Oven-Baked
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Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
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Bake in a baking dish or sheet pan, skin-side up.
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Roast for 35–45 min, or until internal temp is 165°F (74°C).
3. Pan-Seared + Oven-Finished
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Sear skin-side down in an oven-safe skillet until browned.
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Transfer to oven and roast at 375°F (190°C) for 25–35 min.
