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Easy Chicken Marinade Delights

Easy Chicken Marinade Delights

This easy chicken marinade recipe delivers juicy, flavorful chicken every time with simple ingredients and minimal prep time.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice about half a lemon
  • 1 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5 tsp salt

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, garlic, lemon juice, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
  • Place chicken breasts in a ziplock bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  • Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess marinade.
  • Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes per side or until fully cooked and juices run clear.
  • Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme to the marinade.