The Best Chicken Marinade Recipe makes chicken extra juicy and flavorful. This savory grilled chicken marinade makes the perfect mouthwatering grilled chicken! Everyone loves this 5-star-rated chicken marinade.
Serves: 6
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breasts, tenders, or thighs
- 1/3 – 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil (depending on preference)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley
Method
- In a bowl, stir together oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pierce chicken breasts with a fork all over. Place in a large Ziploc bag. Pour marinade over chicken.
- Let marinate for at least 30 minutes. 4 – 5 hours is ideal.
- Preheat grill to medium heat. Brush grill with oil to prevent sticking.
- Place chicken on the grill. Cook for approximately 5 – 6 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of chicken. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165 degrees.
- Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley.
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