Wedding Chicken
Ingredients
- 10 garlic cloves
coarsely chopped
- 4 serrano chiles
with seeds, thinly sliced
- 1 3½” piece ginger
peeled, finely grated
- 1 cup olive oil
- ½ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce
such as nam pla or nuoc nam
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 2 lemons
sliced, plus wedges for serving
- 6 sprigs thyme
- 8 skin-on
bone-in chicken thighs, about 3½ lb.
Directions
- 1
Whisk garlic, chiles, ginger, oil, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, fish sauce, and salt in a medium bowl until sugar and salt dissolve. Add lemon slices and thyme. Place marinade and chicken in a large resealable plastic bag. Turn to coat, and chill at least 12 hours.
- 2
Heat oven to 450°. Remove chicken from marinade, shaking off excess, and place, skin side up, on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast until cooked through and an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the thigh registers 165°, 25–30 minutes. Serve chicken with lemon wedges for squeezing over.
- 3
DO AHEAD: Chicken can be marinated 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
Wedding Chicken
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About this Recipe
Looking for a chicken dish that brings bold, celebratory flavors to your table? This Wedding Chicken recipe, with its aromatic blend of garlic, ginger, and chiles, promises a memorable meal perfect for any special occasion.The magic of this Wedding Chicken lies in its powerful combination of savory, tangy, and subtly spicy ingredients. Fresh serrano chiles bring a vibrant heat, beautifully balanced by the bright acidity of apple cider vinegar and fresh lemon. Fish sauce and soy sauce provide a deep umami foundation, ensuring every bite of chicken is incredibly flavorful and succulent.You can anticipate chicken thighs imbued with a wonderfully aromatic blend of savory, tangy, and subtly spicy notes. The bright citrus of lemon and the herbaceous freshness of thyme complement the robust flavors of garlic and ginger, while the serrano chiles deliver a lively kick. Every element works together to create a harmonious and deeply satisfying experience.While this recipe is crafted for a specific flavor profile, you can easily adapt it to your taste. To adjust the heat level, simply reduce the number of serrano chiles. For a milder flavor, you can also remove the seeds from the chiles before slicing. While the recipe calls for skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs, you could experiment with other chicken cuts, keeping in mind that cooking times will vary.This Wedding Chicken is a standout main course, perfect for impressing guests at gatherings or elevating a family dinner. Serve it alongside a simple rice pilaf or a fresh green salad to let its rich flavors shine.