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Chicken Breast Marinade Recipes

A flavorful marinade to enhance the taste and tenderness of chicken breasts, perfect for grilling or baking.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • ¼ cup olive oil extra virgin
  • ¼ cup soy sauce low sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts boneless and skinless

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, black pepper, and salt 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 more flavor.
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 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the chicken overnight. Adjust the marinade ingredients to your taste preferences.

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