Grilled Chicken Thighs with Balsamic Marinade
Grilled Chicken Thighs with Balsamic Marinade feature juicy, char-kissed meat soaked in a tangy balsamic and olive oil blend infused with garlic and herbs. The mild sweetness of balsamic balances the earthy thyme and tarragon, creating a rich, aromatic bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or summer cookouts, it pairs well with grilled vegetables or a crisp salad.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Grilled Chicken Thighs with Balsamic Marinade, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 23 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 51 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 33
- Heart Health
- 46
- Metabolic
- 10
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 41
- Performance
- 22
- General Wellness
- 1
Whisk vinegar, oil, garlic, tarragon, and thyme in a medium bowl.
- 2
Place chicken in a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag; add the marinade, toss to coat, press out excess air, and seal the bag.
- 3
Marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour to overnight.
- 4
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 5
Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off the excess; discard the remaining marinade.
- 6
Grill on the preheated grill until the chicken is no longer pink in the centers and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes.
- 7
Check with an instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers; it should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 8
Transfer the chicken to a plate and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Calories 341.23 kcal Moderate 17%
- Protein 21.33 g Good Source 43%
- Carbohydrate 6.76 g 2%
- Total Fat 26.07 g High 33%
- Saturated Fat 5.46 g High 27%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 100.94 mg High 34%
- Sodium 101.8 mg Low Source 4%
- Dietary Fiber 0.02 g Low Source 0%
- Total Sugars 6.29 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 5.45 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 1.15 mg Low Source 6%
- Potassium 6.19 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 0.74 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.12 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Grilled Chicken Thighs with Balsamic Marinade is made with 6 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Boneless Chicken Thigh, Dried Tarragon, and Dried Thyme. Each serving provides about 341.23 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Grilled Chicken Thighs with Balsamic Marinade made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Boneless Chicken Thigh, Dried Tarragon, Dried Thyme, Minced Garlic. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Grilled Chicken Thighs with Balsamic Marinade?
- About 20 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 341.23 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Grilled Chicken Thighs with Balsamic Marinade easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Grilled Chicken Thighs with Balsamic Marinade healthy?
- Grilled Chicken Thighs with Balsamic Marinade has an easyChef Pro health score of 27/100. Per serving, it provides 341.23 calories and 21.33 g of protein, or 43% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 5.46 g (27% of the Daily Value). It contains Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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