Best 8 Fast Grilled Chicken Breast Marinade Recipes

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Are you looking for a quick and easy way to prepare a delicious and flavorful grilled chicken breast? If so, then you've come to the right place! In this article, we'll share our top marinade recipe for fast grilled chicken breast that will have your taste buds dancing and leave you craving more. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you'll be able to create a juicy, tender, and incredibly flavorful grilled chicken dish that will impress your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your grill, and get ready to experience the best grilled chicken breast marinade you've ever tasted!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED CHICKEN MARINADE



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Simply the best chicken marinade for any occasion. Works wonderfully on top of a salad.

Provided by Jennifer

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 4h20m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup red wine vinegar
¼ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
¼ cup olive oil
1 ½ teaspoons dried parsley flakes
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
5 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Whisk vinegar, soy sauce, olive oil, parsley, basil, oregano, garlic powder, and black pepper together in a bowl and pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator, at least 4 hours.
  • Preheat grill for medium-low heat and lightly oil the grate. Drain and discard marinade.
  • Grill chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center, 4 to 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Carbohydrate 2.4 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 482.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

QUICK CHICKEN MARINADE



Quick Chicken Marinade image

I love to use this marinade while grilling. You might want to cover grill grates with tin foil to keep chicken from sticking.

Provided by Eliza

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Marinade Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

¾ cup chopped fresh chives
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 ¼ teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon mild chili powder

Steps:

  • Whisk chives, olive oil, vegetable oil, soy sauce, honey, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, garlic powder, ginger, pepper, and chili powder in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.5 g, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 466.5 mg, Sugar 7 g

QUICK MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN



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"On hot summer days, this yummy chicken dish is a cinch to throw together without heating up the kitchen," Missy Herr confirms from Quarryville, Pennsylvania. "Almost all of the ingredients are probably already on hand, so you can serve it any time."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tablespoons white vinegar
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 bay leaf
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first 10 ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 4-8 hours, turning occasionally., Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 275mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

15-MINUTE MARINATED CHICKEN



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Whenever I serve this grilled chicken to family and friends, which is quite often, I'm bound to be asked for the 15-minute marinade recipe. It's a fast and tasty meal that I'm happy to share with others. -Pam Shinogle, Arlington, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, combine the first five ingredients; add chicken and turn to coat. Marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes or refrigerate up to 4 hours. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat, for 8-12 minutes, turning once, or until a thermometer reads 170°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 436mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FAST GRILLED CHICKEN



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I had got Emeril's Essence recipe off here and need a quick tasty grilled chicken recipe. couldnt find one here that didnt need to be maranated for 3+ hours so I kinda came up with this. It's awsome in my opinion try it and let me know.

Provided by little_bit74

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon spice essence
6 boneless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • mix all ingredients in a bowl.
  • pound chicken breast to around a 1/2 inch thick.
  • dip in bowl of ingredients.
  • sprikle lightly with a little more essence.
  • throw them on the grill on medium heat turning only once until done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.3, Fat 26.9, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 436.6, Carbohydrate 1.4, Sugar 1.2, Protein 30.8

QUICK GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST



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These grilled chicken breasts are great for a no-fuss, weeknight meal. Great served with rice and a salad.

Provided by meg

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
⅛ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Lightly coat each chicken breast with olive oil. Sprinkle each side of the chicken lightly with garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper; rub to coat evenly.
  • Cook on the preheated grill until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 10 to 15 minutes, flipping each breast only once halfway through cooking time. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.4 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 102.6 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

EASY GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CITRUS MARINADE



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This easy grilled chicken recipe is a fast track to dinner. This grilled chicken breast is never dry, thanks to a marinade that's sourced from the pantry.

Provided by Kendra Vaculin

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large shallots, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely grated
⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grill
¼ cup sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
1 Tbsp. Diamond Crystal or 1¾ tsp. Morton kosher salt
1 tsp. sugar
½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1½ lb.)

Steps:

  • Whisk 2 large shallots, finely chopped, 4 garlic cloves, finely grated, ⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil, ¼ cup sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar, 3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice, 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice, 1 Tbsp. Diamond Crystal or 1¾ tsp. Morton kosher salt, 1 tsp. sugar, and ½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper in a medium bowl to combine. Set ⅓ cup marinade aside.
  • Arrange 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1½ lb.) in a single layer in a baking dish. Pour remaining marinade over chicken and turn to coat. Cover dish and chill, turning chicken halfway through, at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat; oil grate. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip back into dish; discard marinade in dish. Grill chicken, turning halfway through, until cooked through and blackened grill marks appear, 10-14 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5-10 minutes before slicing.
  • Serve chicken with reserved marinade spooned over.

EXTREMELY EASY MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS



Extremely Easy Marinated Grilled Chicken Breasts image

I've been experimenting with lots of grilled chicken recipes and found this one from a Rachel Ray collection to be a winner. It's fast, easy and tasty. (tip: do not add zest if you do not want it too lemony)

Provided by amie13

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 lemon, juice and zest of
1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
3 garlic cloves, chopped
salt and pepper, to taste
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, combine the first five ingredients.
  • Add chicken and toss to coat evenly.
  • Marinate for five minutes.
  • Grill. (the usual 6-7 minutes per side).
  • Remove from heat and let rest for 2-3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.9, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 77.4, Carbohydrate 2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.3, Protein 27.5

Tips:

  • Use a flavorful marinade to enhance the taste of the chicken. Some popular marinade ingredients include olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, and spices.
  • Tenderize the chicken before grilling to make it more juicy and flavorful. You can do this by pounding the chicken with a meat mallet or by using a commercial tenderizer.
  • Grill the chicken over medium-high heat to prevent it from drying out. Cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Grilled chicken breast is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion entree, grilled chicken breast is a great option. With a little planning and preparation, you can create a flavorful and juicy grilled chicken breast that your family and friends will love.

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