Name: The Best Chicken Marinade Recipe
Prep time: PT10MIN
Cook time: PT20MIN
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Chicken
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs); 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon); 2 tablespoons honey; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions

1
Whisk olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, garlic, oregano, Dijon mustard, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl until fully combined.
2
Place chicken in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over chicken, seal, and toss to coat.
3
Refrigerate and marinate chicken for at least 2 hours, up to 8 hours.
4
Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Grill, bake, or pan-sear as desired until cooked through.
5
Rest chicken 5 minutes, then slice and serve hot.

The Best Chicken Marinade Recipe

The Best Chicken Marinade Recipe

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