Description
Elevate your grilling game with this Easy Grilled Chicken Marinade, designed for those who crave bold flavors without the hassle. Whip it up in minutes with simple pantry ingredients, creating a savory blend of soy sauce, honey, and spices that penetrate the chicken for mouthwatering results. Perfect for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners, this marinade ensures juicy, tender chicken every time, whether you’re grilling outdoors or baking in the oven. Plus, it’s versatile enough to adapt to various proteins and cooking methods.
Ingredients
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- 1/3 cup Olive oil
- 1/4 cup Low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup Lemon juice
- 1/4 cup Honey
- 1 tbsp Vinegar
- 1 tsp Ginger (paste or finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp Garlic (paste or finely chopped)
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 1/2 tsp Dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp Dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
- Optional: 1/4 tsp Red chili flakes & Salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, vinegar, ginger, garlic, black pepper, thyme, oregano, paprika, and red chili flakes. Mix well.
- Add chicken breasts to the bowl and ensure they are well-coated with the marinade. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
- Preheat your grill. Remove chicken from the marinade using tongs and place it on the hot grill.
- Grill each side for 6–7 minutes until fully cooked through; baste with reserved marinade during cooking.
- Once cooked, let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg