Description
Transform your chicken dishes into flavorful masterpieces with this easy grilled chicken marinade. Bursting with savory, tangy, and slightly sweet notes, this marinade is crafted from simple pantry staples and takes just 5 minutes to prepare. Perfect for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners, it elevates not only grilled chicken but also salads, sandwiches, and wraps. Whether you marinate for a few hours or overnight, you’ll ensure each bite is juicy and packed with flavor. Let this versatile marinade become your go-to solution for delicious meals!
Ingredients
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- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs (pounded to an even thickness)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl or freezer bag, combine olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and spices.
- Mix thoroughly using a whisk or fork.
- Add chicken to the marinade and coat evenly.
- Allow to marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate for up to 12 hours before cooking.
- Cook chicken using your preferred method (grill, oven, or stovetop) until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking/Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (113g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg