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Three grilled chicken breasts with char marks are served on a white plate, infused with the best chicken marinade, garnished with chopped herbs, and accompanied by lemon wedges.
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Best Chicken Marinade for Grilling

The best Chicken marinade for Grilling is so easy to make but will result in the most flavorful chicken. This easy marinade comes together fast with pantry ingredients.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Let Rest5 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Author: Carrie Barnard
Cost: $6.62 Recipe, $1.10 per Serving

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Chicken Breasts (approximately 4-5 breasts)
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • ½ tsp Paprika
  • ¼ tsp Garlic Powder
  • ½ tsp Cumin
  • ½ cup Parsley
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil
  • 1 Lemon Juiced

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, parsley, olive oil, and lemon juice.
  • Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable bag or bowl. Pour the marinade over the chicken and turn to coat evenly.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  • Preheat the grill to 350°F. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the grill. Cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 261kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 567mg | Potassium: 625mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 557IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
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