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Grilled Chicken Marinade

Irresistibly Juicy Grilled Chicken Marinade Recipe

Discover the BEST EVER Grilled Chicken Marinade that transforms chicken with sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for grilling.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce substitute with tamari for gluten-free
  • 0.25 cup honey use maple syrup for vegan alternative
  • 3 cloves garlic fresh minced is preferable
  • 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar lemon juice can substitute
  • 0.25 cup olive oil can replace with avocado oil
  • 1 pinch black pepper adjust to taste
Chicken
  • 2-3 pounds chicken pieces breasts, thighs, or drumsticks

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Ziplock Bag
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a large ziplock bag, mix together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and black pepper.
  2. Place chicken pieces into the marinade bag, seal carefully, and massage the marinade into the chicken.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours, preferably overnight.
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F - 450°F).
  5. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off, and grill each piece for 6-8 minutes per side.
  6. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 27gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate longer for better flavor; check chicken temperature for safety.

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