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Ultimate Grilled Chicken Marinade

Ultimate Grilled Chicken Marinade brings bold, savory depth from soy sauce and olive oil balanced with bright lemon and a hint of smoky aroma. Spicy brown mustard and garlic add warmth while black pepper ties everything together, yielding juicy chicken with a caramelized finish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or backyard cookouts when you want big flavor with minimal effort.

  • Prep5 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Ultimate Grilled Chicken Marinade
  1. 1

    Gather the ingredients.

  2. 2

    In a large glass or ceramic bowl, combine the olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, liquid smoke, mustard, pepper, and garlic powder.

  3. 3

    Add the chicken to the bowl and turn it to coat in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 4 hours. For best results, do not marinate for more than 4 hours.

  4. 4

    Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat and lightly oil the grate.

  5. 5

    Take the chicken out of the marinade and shake off any excess. Discard the remaining marinade.

  6. 6

    Grill the chicken on the preheated grill until it is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 6 to 8 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

  7. 7

    Serve and enjoy.