Favorite Grilled Chicken Marinade
Elevate your grilling game with this irresistible Favorite Grilled Chicken Marinade, a savory-sweet blend that guarantees tender, flavorful chicken every time. Crafted with pantry staples like olive oil, soy sauce, and honey, this marinade gets a zesty kick from lemon juice and Dijon mustard, while garlic, paprika, and oregano add layers of mouthwatering depth. Perfect for chicken breasts or thighs, this quick-to-prepare recipe locks in moisture and infuses the meat with bold flavors in as little as one hour of marinating time. Ideal for cookouts or weeknight dinners, serve this juicy grilled chicken alongside fresh salads, rice, or your favorite grilled veggies for a crowd-pleasing meal the whole family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, honey, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, paprika, black pepper, dried oregano, and salt. Whisk together until fully incorporated.
Place the chicken pieces into a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Seal the bag tightly, or cover the dish with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours for maximum flavor.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 375°F to 400°F (190°C to 200°C). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing the excess to drip off. Discard the used marinade.
Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is cooked through. Avoid overcooking to keep the meat juicy.
Transfer the grilled chicken to a clean plate and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the grilled chicken as-is or alongside your favorite sides like grilled vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1869 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.7 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 4236 mg | 184% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.7 g | ||
| Protein | 223.0 g | 446% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2172 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
