Description
The BEST Chicken Marinade is your secret weapon for transforming ordinary chicken into a flavorful, juicy masterpiece. This easy-to-make marinade combines balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, and brown sugar to create a sweet and tangy blend that seeps deep into the meat, ensuring each bite is tender and full of flavor. Perfect for various cooking methods—grilling, baking, or pan-searing—this versatile marinade will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. Whether you’re preparing a casual family dinner or planning for a weekend barbecue, this marinade delivers exceptional results every time.
Ingredients
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
- ⅛ cup lemon juice
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 6 chicken breasts or 3.5 lb chicken
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, brown sugar, rosemary, mustard, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Reserve half a cup of the marinade for basting later.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and massage to ensure all pieces are coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 24 hours) before cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies based on method
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 715mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 100mg