on Apr 27, 2024 Guys, I thought the same thing! But last week, I had the pleasure of recording a podcast episode with my good friend Nicole (@itsnicolejaques). We talked about health, food, love, family and everything in between. During our discussion, Nicole mentioned that she often adds kiwi to her steak 🥩 marinades, as the fruit contains an enzyme called actinidin. The enzyme breaks down proteins, which helps to tenderize meat by breaking down its connective tissues. My mind was blown 🤯, but more importantly, my creative juices were flowing. I knew I HAD to try and make a chicken marinade using this new-found knowledge, so I got to work and put my own spin on this brilliant idea 💡. The outcome was even better than I could have imagined. This Kiwi Marinade will give you the juiciest, fall-off-the-bone tender chicken you will ever taste. I promise you, this will become your summer grilling obsession!
Why You’ll Love Kiwi Marinade for Chicken
This Kiwi Marinade for Chicken requires only a few ingredients, a food processor or blender, and 10 minutes of your time! 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. Beware – this marinade will become your secret weapon 🔫!
How to Prepare Kiwi Marinade for Chicken
🥝 Puree one peeled kiwi in a food processor. 🫒 Add olive oil, seasonings, and sour cream to the puree. 🐔 Pour the creamy marinade over the chicken in a big bowl. 🌙 Marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight. 🔥 Preheat the oven to 425F (220C). ✨ Transfer the marinated chicken to a baking dish. ♨️ Bake for 45-60 minutes until fully cooked. 🔥 Optional: crisp up the skin under the broiler for 5-10 minutes, but watch it closely. 🥗 Serve warm or cold on salads, wraps, in bowls, or on its own with your choice of side. Enjoy your Kiwi Marinade for Chicken!
Variations and Substitutions for Kiwi Marinade for Chicken
This refreshing and tenderizing Kiwi Marinade for chicken definitely works on other meats too. You can also adjust the marinade for your dietary needs. Be sure to let me know in the comments how you make it your own! Remember if you are changing or adding ingredients you may have to experiment and adjust the quantities.
Best Served With
Steamed white or brown rice, or a hearty grain like quinoa or bulgur Roasted vegetables such as carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, or even my favorite Bacon Brussels Sprouts Dinner rolls or crusty bread like my No Knead Peasant Bread Your favorite pasta and then toss it with olive oil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and fresh 🌿herbs for a simple yet delicious complement to the Kiwi Marinade for Chicken
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