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The BEST Chicken Marinade

The Best Chicken Marinade for Juicy, Flavor-Packed Grilling

A flavorful marinade that ensures your chicken stays juicy and packed with flavor while grilling.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic, honey, paprika, black pepper, and oregano.
  2. Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken.
  3. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours for more flavor.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  5. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.

Notes

  • For best results, marinate the chicken overnight.
  • You can also use this marinade with other proteins like beef or shrimp.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: chicken, marinade, grilling, flavor-packed, juicy