Honey Buttermilk Chicken Marinade

This honey buttermilk chicken marinade delivers juicy, flavorful chicken with tangy buttermilk, sweet honey, subtle heat, and savory caramelized onions—perfect for grilling, sautéing, or the crock pot all summer long.
Recipe courtesy of Planned Then Prepped

Prep Time

20 minutes

Serves

Cook Time

4-12 hours

Difficulty

easy

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups AE Dairy Buttermilk
1–1.5 lbs chicken (thighs or breasts)
1/2 cup caramelized onions
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)

Directions

1

Slice one onion and cook in a pan with a little oil and pinch of salt for about 10–12 minutes until they are soft and golden.
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2

Blend or finely chop the caramelized onions so they mix smoothly into the marinade, or put them in whole.
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3

In a bowl, whisk together buttermilk, onions, olive oil, honey, and all the seasonings.
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4

Add chicken and coat well. Cover and refrigerate.
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5

Best: Overnight for maximum flavor.
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