Everyday Chicken Marinade Recipe

Everyday chicken marinade recipe is a simple, savory chicken marinade with a mild sweetness that makes tender, flavorful chicken with minimal prep.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings servings

Calories 825kcal

Stir together the ingredients for the marinade.
¼ cup olive oil, ¼ cup balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons lite soy sauce, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 6 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, 2 cloves garlic
Add chicken and marinade to desired container.
1-1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast
Let chicken sit in marinade, covered in the fridge, for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 days.

Preheat grill to medium high heat and lightly grease the grates.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, and let the excess marinade drip off.
Discard remaining marinade.
Grill chicken until chicken reaches 165F. The grilling time will vary depending on thickness of the chicken.
Remove chicken from grill, and tent loosely with foil.
Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Preheat oven to 425 F.
Add the chicken and marinade to a baking dish. An 11×7-inch dish works well for 1-1.5 pounds of chicken.
Bake for 10 minutes.
Flip the chicken over, and continue to cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken registers 165F.
Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before serving.