How to Make Chicken Marinade - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to cooking chicken, finding the perfect marinade is essential to creating a flavorful, tender, and juicy dish. Whether you're grilling, roasting, or sautéing your chicken, marinating it beforehand can make all the difference in the final result. A well-balanced marinade can infuse your chicken with a harmonious blend of flavors, while also adding moisture and tenderness to the meat.

Creating a delicious chicken marinade doesn't have to be complicated. In fact, with just ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon cooking sherry
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Mix soy sauce, oil, sherry, brown sugar, and garlic in a medium bowl. Pour into a large resealable bag. Place chicken in the bag, and shake to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Place chicken on the prepared grill. Cook until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 6 to 8 minutes on each side. Discard remaining marinade.