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Grilled Chicken Marinade

Flavorful Grilled Chicken Marinade for Juicy Summer Feasts

Experience the best Grilled Chicken Marinade that transforms plain chicken into a savory, tangy delight, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice or lime juice
  • 1/4 cup Reduced Sodium Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar or honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard or yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder or fresh minced onion
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Seal-able Plastic Bag
  • Grill
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, reduced-sodium soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard. Whisk vigorously until well-blended.
  2. Add onion powder, garlic powder, dried basil, oregano, thyme, and paprika. Stir well and adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Place chicken in a sealable bag, pour the marinade, seal tightly, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 12 hours.
  4. Preheat the grill to 400°F about 15 minutes before cooking. Ensure grill grates are clean and oiled.
  5. Remove chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Grill for 5-7 minutes per side, aiming for an internal temperature of 165°F.
  6. Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 4gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an even better flavor, marinate the chicken up to 12 hours. Always use a meat thermometer to ensure safety while cooking.

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