Perfect Grilled Chicken Marinade
A simple, flavorful marinade that yields juicy grilled chicken every time.
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lb chicken breast, boneless, skinless
- 1/4 cup olive oil, extra virgin
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp orange juice
- 1 tbsp liquid smoke
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, orange juice, liquid smoke, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- Poke the chicken breasts several times all over with a fork to help the marinade penetrate.
- Place the chicken in a zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it, turning to coat so the chicken is fully covered.
- Refrigerate the chicken for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
- Heat the grill or grill pan to medium and brush the grates or surface with oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill the chicken 4–6 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring Spoons
- Measuring Cups
- zip-top bag or shallow dish
- Grill or Grill Pan
- Tongs
- Meat Thermometer
Notes
- Marinate at least 30 minutes for flavor.
- Do not exceed 4 hours to avoid texture changes.
- Bring chicken close to room temperature for even cooking if refrigerated long.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure doneness.