Description
This is the BEST EVER Grilled Chicken Marinade, packed with bold, tangy, and savory flavors that make your grilled chicken juicy, tender, and incredibly flavorful. Perfect for any BBQ or weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried basil, dried parsley, and black pepper.
- Place the chicken in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken, making sure it is evenly coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the excess marinade.
- Grill the chicken for 6 to 8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- Serve hot and enjoy your delicious grilled chicken!
Notes
- Marinate overnight for maximum flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) internally.
- This marinade works great for chicken breasts, thighs, or drumsticks.
- Leftover grilled chicken can be used in salads, wraps, or sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 grilled chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
