Description
A delightful marinade that ensures tender, juicy chicken with a perfect balance of sweetness and zest, perfect for summer barbecues.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Place the chicken pieces in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they’re all well-coated.
- Seal the bag tightly, giving it a gentle shake to mix everything beautifully, then refrigerate for at least 120 minutes or overnight for best flavor.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until it’s cooked through and boasts a beautiful char.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Marinate overnight for deeper flavor. Ensure the grill is hot for perfect sear.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg