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Grilled Chicken Marinade: Unlock Flavorful Grilling Secrets!

A flavorful marinade for grilled chicken that enhances taste and tenderness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, red wine vinegar, honey, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, black pepper, oregano, thyme, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes until well combined.
  2. Place the chicken pieces (about 2 pounds) in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
  3. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish.
  4. 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 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  7. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a citrus twist, add the juice of 1 lemon or lime to the marinade.
  • Substitute the honey with maple syrup for a different sweetness profile.

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