Savory Jidori Chicken with Herb-Infused Garlic Oil
This dish celebrates jidori chicken, a renowned Japanese breed known for its rich flavor and tender texture. Enhanced with herb garlic oil, it delivers a sumptuous experience.
Equipment
- Baking dish or roasting pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Sharp knife
- Meat thermometer (optional)
Ingredients
- 2 lbs jidori chicken whole or cut into pieces
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sake
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme chopped
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sake, brown sugar, and ginger. Coat the jidori chicken in the marinade and let it sit for 30 minutes.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant but not browned, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in parsley, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the marinated chicken in a baking dish. Brush half of the herb garlic oil over the chicken. Roast in the preheated oven until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), about 30 minutes.
- Halfway through cooking, baste chicken with remaining herb garlic oil for enhanced flavor.
- Once done, remove from oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes. Slice and serve with extra herb garlic oil drizzled on top.
Notes
Allow the chicken to marinate longer for enhanced flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness without overcooking. Experiment with additional herbs like rosemary or oregano for different flavor profiles.