Description
Elevate your meals with this flavorful grilled chicken marinade that transforms ordinary chicken into a juicy, savory delight. With a perfect blend of soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, and aromatic spices, this marinade infuses your chicken with tangy sweetness that’s ideal for grilling, baking, or pan-searing. Perfect for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners, this recipe delivers unmatched flavor in minutes. Serve it over salads, in sandwiches, or paired with your favorite sides for a satisfying meal any day of the week.
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 olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and spices.
- Add the chicken to the marinade and ensure it's well-coated. Marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate for up to 12 hours.
- Preheat grill to 400°F. Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 263
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg