Kiwi Marinade for Chicken

5 from 7 reviews

While the kiwi 🥝 takes care of the tenderizing, the sour cream adds an extra layer of depth and keeps the chicken juicy throughout the cooking process. The result is a perfect blend of sweet, tangy and savory flavors and the most tender, melt-in-your-mouth meat.

Prep Time10

Cook Time1

Total Time1 10

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: kiwi chicken, kiwi chicken marinade, viral kiwi marinade

Servings:

Author: The Modern Nonna

Equipment

Ingredients

6 chicken thighs bone in and skin on
1 whole kiwi peeled
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder to taste
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons sour cream or plain yogurt

Instructions

In a food processor, puree one peeled kiwi. Open the lid and add the olive oil, seasonings and sour cream.
Place the chicken in a large bowl and pour the creamy marinade over it.
Let it sit for a minimum of 1 hour (or overnight).
Once marinated, preheat the oven to 425F (220C).
Transfer the chicken into a baking dish and cook for 45-60 minutes or until fully cooked.
Feel free to crisp up the skin the last 5-10 minutes on broil (top burner only) but keep a close eye on it.
Enjoy this dish on salads, wraps, bowls, or as a standalone meal with your favorite side.

Video

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