Savory And Sweet Chicken Cold Cut Recipe In 6 Easy Steps
Today, we make a homemade chicken cold cut recipe using chicken breasts and a couple of basic spices. This recipe is easy but takes some time.
But don't worry, most of the time is spent waiting for the chicken to finish marinating. And that exact amount of time is up to you. The longer it marinates, the better the flavor will be.
Give this recipe a try and don't forget to let us know what you think about it!
Servings: 20 servings
Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing bowls
- Deboning knife, optional
- Chopping board, optional
- Paper Towels
- Whisk
- Zip-lock bags
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts, skinless and boneless (if possible)
- 2 1/2 tablespoons raw honey
- 1 tablespoon mixed dried herbs (we prefer Italian herbs)
- 1 tablespoon sea salt flakes
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken breastsIf you haven't bought prepared chicken breast, you have to prepare them before marinating them. This includes removing the skin from the flesh and deboning the breast.You can take a look at this visual guide for how to debone a chicken breast.Once the breasts have been prepared, you can clean them and pat them dry with paper towel.4 chicken breasts, skinless and boneless (if possible)
- Make the marinateNext, whisk together all of the remaining ingredients to make a seasoned honey marinade. If the honey is too sticky, you can slightly heat it in the microwave to make it more workable.Whisk until the flavors are evenly distributed.2 1/2 tablespoons raw honey, 1 tablespoon mixed dried herbs (we prefer Italian herbs), 1 tablespoon sea salt flakes, 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- Coat and marinate the chickenOnce your marinade is made (make sure it is at room temperature) you can coat the prepared chicken breasts very well with the honey marinade.Place the chicken breasts inside the zip-lock bag/s. Then, push out as much air as you can. Seal the bag and place it inside the fridge.These breasts should marinate for at least 24 hours. But, you can leave it to infuse for up to 72 hours (3 days).
- Rinse the marinade off the chicken breastsOnce you are happy with how long the chicken has marinated, you can remove it from the bags and rinse it under cold running water.Soak the chicken in cold water (inside the fridge) for 35 minutes per 24 hours you left it to marinate.
- Bake your chickenIf you are using an oven, set the temperature to 250ºF (125ºC). Then, remove the chicken from the cold water and pat it dry. Place it in a lined baking or roasting tray.Leave the chicken to bake for about 40-60 minutes.
- Cool and chill the chicken cold cutOnce the chicken is completely cooked, remove it from the oven. Leave it to cool at room temperature for about 45 minutes.Then, wrap it in plastic wrap or place it inside an airtight container. Allow it to chill completely before attempting to slice it.
Notes
Soaking the marinated raw chicken breast before baking it is crucial. This is a technique that is used to help remove excess salt in the chicken when it is marinated. It will create a more balanced flavor profile, so don't skip this step.
The exact baking times will depend on the size of your chicken breast. Do not remove the chicken before the internal temperature (at the thickest part) is 165ºF (74ºC). You can also make this chicken cold cut recipe in a smoker. Use the same temperature and more or less the same smoking times. You can even bake the chicken before adding it to the smoker to cold smoke. Your cold cut will easily last between 4-5 days. After this, you should check whether or not it is still fine to eat using this guide. The chicken cold cut calories per portion for this recipe is around 60 calories. It mainly depends on the size of your chicken breasts, which will ultimately determine the size of your servings. If you substitute the honey with a low-calorie alternative, you can lower the calorie count. Some examples include maple syrup and agave nectar.
The exact baking times will depend on the size of your chicken breast. Do not remove the chicken before the internal temperature (at the thickest part) is 165ºF (74ºC). You can also make this chicken cold cut recipe in a smoker. Use the same temperature and more or less the same smoking times. You can even bake the chicken before adding it to the smoker to cold smoke. Your cold cut will easily last between 4-5 days. After this, you should check whether or not it is still fine to eat using this guide. The chicken cold cut calories per portion for this recipe is around 60 calories. It mainly depends on the size of your chicken breasts, which will ultimately determine the size of your servings. If you substitute the honey with a low-calorie alternative, you can lower the calorie count. Some examples include maple syrup and agave nectar.