Description
Elevate your meals with this standout Grilled Chicken Marinade that transforms ordinary chicken into a juicy, flavor-packed delight. Combining savory soy sauce, tangy balsamic vinegar, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar, this marinade is perfect for grilling, baking, or pan-searing. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this versatile marinade enhances any chicken dish with minimal effort. In just 21 minutes, you can have tender, flavorful chicken ready to serve alongside salads, wraps, or your favorite sides. With simple ingredients you likely have on hand, this recipe makes it easy to create delicious meals that impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 1/2 tsp EACH onion powder, garlic powder, salt
- 1 tsp EACH dried basil, dried oregano, dried thyme, paprika
- 1/2 tsp EACH pepper, red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl or freezer bag, whisk together the marinade ingredients until well combined.
- Add the chicken and ensure it is thoroughly coated in the marinade. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to 12 hours in the fridge).
- Grill: Preheat grill to 400°F and cook marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- For stovetop cooking: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for about 3-4 minutes per side.
- To bake: Preheat oven to 425°F and bake marinated chicken for 16-18 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking/Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 ounces (113g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg