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Best Grilled Chicken Marinade Recipe

Best Grilled Chicken Marinade Recipe

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This Best Grilled Chicken Marinade recipe is a perfect blend of savory, sweet, and smoky flavors that will take your grilled chicken to the next level. With simple ingredients and easy steps, this marinade is sure to become a favorite for all your chicken grilling needs.

Ingredients

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Marinade:

  • 2/3 cup olive oil
  • 2/3 cup less sodium soy sauce
  • 1 lemon (juiced)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce (optional)

Chicken:

  • 2 to 3 pounds assorted chicken pieces

Instructions

  1. Prepare Marinade: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, brown sugar, mustard, black pepper, garlic powder, liquid smoke, and chili garlic sauce.
  2. Marinate Chicken: Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag, pour the marinade over the chicken, seal the bag, and massage to coat the chicken. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours.
  3. Grilling: Preheat grill to MEDIUM-HIGH heat. Grill chicken over direct heat until seared, then move to indirect heat. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.

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Keywords: Grilled Chicken, Chicken Marinade, BBQ Chicken, Grilling Recipe