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Grilled Chicken Marinade: Unleash Flavor with Easy Tips!

A flavorful grilled chicken marinade that enhances the taste of your chicken with a blend of olive oil, soy sauce, and spices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 24 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard until well combined.
  2. Add the minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the bowl. Whisk until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
  3. Place your chicken (about 2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs) in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
  4. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for maximum flavor.
  5. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  6. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  7. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 27gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a citrus twist, add the juice of 1 lemon or lime to the marinade.
  • To make it a complete meal, serve the grilled chicken with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.

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