Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering experience of BBQ chicken marinated in a blend of savory and sweet flavors. This easy-to-follow marinade recipe transforms simple chicken into a succulent dish that captures the essence of summer cookouts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, lemon juice, garlic, smoked paprika, black pepper, and oregano until well blended.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them to ensure full coverage. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes; preferably 2-4 hours for optimal flavor.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade, discarding excess liquid. Grill each breast for 6-7 minutes per side until juices run clear and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg