The Best Chicken Marinade
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
52 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
The Best Chicken Marinade
Description
This chicken marinade combines wet and dry ingredients that contribute acidity, umami, sweetness, and herbal aroma to the meat. After mixing the ingredients thoroughly, the raw chicken breasts are added and left to marinate for at least one hour or up to six hours. This time allows the flavors to penetrate the meat and helps tenderize it through the vinegar and lemon juice components. The marinade works well for either bone-in or boneless chicken breasts or thighs.
After marinating, the chicken can be cooked using various methods including grilling over medium-high heat or baking. Grilling instructions suggest approximately 7-8 minutes per side, ensuring an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption. Resting the cooked chicken before serving redistributes its juices for a moist texture.
Additional tips include using a non-metal container for marinating to avoid metallic reactions, doubling the recipe to accommodate larger quantities of chicken, and repurposing leftover marinade by adding a splash to vegetables or side dishes for extra flavor. Nutrition information provided pertains to the marinade itself, excluding the chicken.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast boneless skinless
Marinade
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Combine all marinade ingredients in a small bowl or a freezer bag.
- Add chicken and marinate at least 1 hour or up to 6 hours.
- Grill, bake, or broil as desired.
To Grill Boneless Chicken Breasts
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and cook chicken 7-8 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest 3-5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use a non-metal container or a sealed bag to marinate chicken to prevent metallic tastes.
- This marinade quantity is enough for up to 2 pounds of chicken and can be doubled for larger amounts.
- Marinate chicken from 1 to 6 hours for optimal flavor absorption and tenderness.
- Leftover marinade can be used to flavor vegetables or side dishes; discard any marinade that has contacted raw chicken if uncooked.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 52 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 52 | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.3g | 1% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 134mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 43mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 9IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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