Best Chicken Marinade

Best Chicken Marinade
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 25 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    2.8K

Transform ordinary chicken into a flavor-packed masterpiece with this simple yet sensational marinade. The perfect balance of savory, smoky, and tangy notes creates a beautiful caramelization and ensures tender, juicy results every time. Get ready to elevate your grilling game!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    7 g
  • Cholesterol
    67 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    28 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    1574 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    46 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Gather all ingredients. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View In a large glass or ceramic bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, liquid smoke, spicy brown mustard, black pepper, and garlic powder until well combined. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Add the chicken breasts to the bowl, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated in the marinade. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or transfer the chicken and marinade to a resealable plastic bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 4 hours. Do not marinate longer than 4 hours, as the lemon juice can affect the chicken's texture. (1-4 hours)

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05 Step

Recipe View Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat. Lightly oil the grill grate to prevent sticking. (10 minutes)

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06 Step

Recipe View Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Discard the remaining marinade. (2 minutes)

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07 Step

Recipe View Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill and cook for 6 to 8 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast should read at least 165°F (74°C). (12-16 minutes)

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Recipe View Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in even more tender and flavorful chicken. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Serve immediately and enjoy!

For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to the marinade.
If you don't have liquid smoke, you can substitute a teaspoon of smoked paprika.
This marinade also works well with chicken thighs or drumsticks. Adjust cooking time as needed.
For best results, use high-quality olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice.

Nasir Hessel

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 942 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Orion Walker

    This marinade is amazing! My family raved about the chicken. So easy and flavorful!

  • Nichole Gerhold

    I added a little bit of brown sugar to the marinade, and it gave it a nice sweetness.

  • Cecilia Cole

    I've made this several times now, and it's always a hit. The chicken is so tender and juicy.

  • Willis Grady

    I accidentally marinated the chicken for 5 hours, and it was still delicious! I think the lemon juice didn't make a big difference.

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