This grilled chicken marinade tenderizes AND flavors your chicken so all you have to do is marinate and grill! An effective marinade contains an acid to tenderize, a fat to add moisture, salt to increase moisture retention, a sweetener for balance and caramelization, and flavor enhancers. This is the perfect combination for a juicy and flavorful grilled protein.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients
- Put raw chicken into the mixture
- Let it sit for a minimum of 30 minutes at room temperature or in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours (the longer the better)
- Grill when ready
Servings – 6 servings
Prep Time – 5 minutes
Cook Time – 15 minutes
Total Time – 20 minutes
