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Chicken Breast Marinade

A flavorful marinade for chicken breasts that enhances tenderness and adds a delicious taste, perfect for grilling or baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts boneless and skinless

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, black pepper, salt, and lemon juice until well combined.
Marinate the Chicken
  1. Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for best results.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding fresh herbs or spices to the marinade. This marinade can also be used for other meats or vegetables.

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