Description
The BEST Chicken Marinade is your secret weapon for transforming ordinary chicken into a flavorful feast. This easy-to-make marinade combines balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, and brown sugar to create a rich, savory blend that penetrates deep into the chicken, keeping it juicy and tender during cooking. Perfect for any occasion—whether you’re grilling at a backyard barbecue or preparing a quick family dinner—this marinade will elevate your meals to a restaurant-quality experience. Marinate your chicken in just minutes and let it soak up the incredible flavors. Enjoy perfectly seasoned chicken that everyone will love!
Ingredients
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- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all marinade ingredients and whisk until blended.
- Remove half a cup of marinade for basting later; set aside.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag and pour marinade over it. Seal tightly and massage to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours for maximum flavor.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat, lightly oil the grates, and grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Baste with reserved marinade while grilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg