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Grilled Chicken Marinade

Grilled Chicken Marinade

  • Author: Kevin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Easy Grilled Chicken Marinade recipe combines simple, natural ingredients to create tender, juicy, and flavorful chicken perfect for any meal. It uses pantry staples to deliver balanced tangy, savory, and sweet notes that soak deep into chicken breasts, thighs, or tenders. Quick to prepare and versatile, this marinade ensures perfectly juicy chicken whether grilled or baked, ideal for weeknight dinners or backyard gatherings.

Ingredients

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Marinade Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (such as parsley or thyme), chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all your fresh ingredients and measure them carefully. Mince the garlic finely and chop any fresh herbs you plan to use, so the marinade mixes evenly.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, honey (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), salt, black pepper, and fresh herbs until fully blended into a smooth marinade.
  3. Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken pieces (breasts, thighs, or tenders) in a sealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 12 hours for deeper flavor.
  4. Grill to Perfection: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Grill the chicken, turning occasionally, until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. Rest and Serve: Let the grilled chicken rest for a few minutes after removing it from the grill. This allows juices to redistribute for maximum juiciness and tenderness before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice and herbs for enhanced brightness and aroma.
  • Do not marinate chicken longer than 12 hours to prevent texture changes caused by acids.
  • Allow chicken to rest at room temperature for 15 minutes before grilling to ensure even cooking.
  • Cook over medium heat to avoid burning the sugars in the marinade and ensure thorough cooking.
  • Oil the grill grates to prevent sticking and to achieve a nice sear when flipping the chicken.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1 chicken breast)
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: grilled chicken marinade, easy chicken marinade, flavorful grilled chicken, backyard barbecue chicken, juicy grilled chicken

Find it online: https://yumwayrecipes.com/grilled-chicken-marinade/