Grilled Chicken Marinade
This grilled chicken marinade enhances the flavor of your chicken, making it juicy and delicious. Perfect for a summer barbecue or a quick weeknight dinner, this marinade infuses the chicken with aromatic herbs and a hint of citrus.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk or fork
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 plastic zip-top bag or shallow dish
- 1 grill or grill pan
Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds total)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, black pepper, and salt. Whisk until well blended.
- Place the chicken breasts in a plastic zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate the chicken and let it marinate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours for more flavor.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and has nice grill marks.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing or serving.
- Serve with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Notes
You can adjust the levels of honey and vinegar to make the marinade sweeter or tangier, based on your taste preferences.
Feel free to add other spices or herbs like paprika or rosemary to customize the flavor.
Serve with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.