Description
Capture the essence of summer with this easy grilled chicken marinade that delivers flavor and tenderness for perfect backyard grilling.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chicken pieces (breasts, thighs, etc.)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place the chicken into a zip-top bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours for maximum flavor.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off.
- Grill for 6-7 minutes on each side or until the chicken is fully cooked and has lovely grill marks.
- Serve hot and enjoy the delightful flavors!
Notes
For best results, consider marinating overnight for more flavor. Avoid over-mixing the marinade to keep chicken intact.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg