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Grilled Chicken Marinade

Having a great grilled chicken marinade in your back pocket is essential for summer grilling. This delicious marinade packs a flavor punch without being overpowering, and it's great with any kind of chicken!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time1 hour 25 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Kristin Maxwell

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds Boneless skinless chicken thighs or breast
  • 1/4 cup Brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

Marinade

  • Prepare the chicken: Place chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag.
  • Prepare the Marinade: Whisk together the marinade ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Cover/Seal: Pour the marinade over the chicken in the plastic bag. Seal, pressing out as much air as possible to ensure that all the surface area of the chicken is covered. Gently massage to coat. If cooking right away, set the chicken aside for 20-30 minutes then cook as desired.
  • Refrigerate: Refrigerate for 12-24 hours. Any longer and the texture of the meat may change.
  • Freeze: Place chicken and marinade in a resealable freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost in the fridge overnight and cook as desired.

Cooking

  • Grill: Heat an outdoor grill to medium heat (about 350-400℉). Grill chicken for 4-6 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate, tent with foil and rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
  • Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes at 425℉. If desired, broil for a few minutes at the end for deeper color. Tent with foil and rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
  • Broil: Preheat the broiler and adjust the oven rack to the middle of the oven. Line a broiling pan with foil or use a cast iron skillet. Broil chicken for about 20 minutes, basting with any reserved and unused marinade or juices from the pan. Tent with foil and rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
  • If desired, garnish with fresh chopped parsley or other fresh herbs just before serving.

Notes

This marinade works wonderfully with all cuts of chicken, pork or beef. 

Nutrition

Calories: 373kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 215mg | Sodium: 1235mg | Potassium: 603mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 54IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 2mg

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