Easy Bbq Chicken Marinade

Transform your backyard barbecue into a flavor-packed feast with this Easy BBQ Chicken Marinade! Infused with a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory, this quick-to-mix marinade combines pantry staples like olive oil, soy sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar with bold seasonings like smoked paprika and garlic powder. Designed to tenderize and enhance the natural flavors of chicken, this marinade works beautifully with breasts, thighs, or drumsticks. Whether grilled to perfection or baked in the oven, this recipe guarantees juicy, flavorful chicken every time. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Pair your finished dish with classic barbecue sides like coleslaw or corn on the cob, and savor every bite of this crowd-pleasing favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 pounds Chicken (breasts, thighs, or drumsticks)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl or large resealable plastic bag, combine olive oil, soy sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, and salt. Whisk or shake everything together until the marinade is well blended.

Step 2

Place the chicken in the bowl or bag, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated with the marinade. Seal the bag tightly or cover the bowl with plastic wrap.

Step 3

Refrigerate the chicken for at least 2 hours, but preferably overnight, to enhance the flavor. If pressed for time, marinating for 30 minutes will still yield good results.

Step 4

When ready to cook, preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Alternatively, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking.

Step 5

Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting the excess drip off. Discard the remaining marinade for food safety reasons.

Step 6

Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). If baking, arrange the chicken on a lined baking sheet and cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, ensuring the same internal temperature.

Step 7

Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 8

Serve warm with your favorite sides like coleslaw, corn on the cob, or baked potatoes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1144.5 grams (1144.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2266

Total Fat 89.20g	114%
Saturated Fat 17.80g	89%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.40g
Cholesterol 771mg	257%
Sodium 4374mg	190%
Total Carbohydrate 62.20g	23%
Dietary Fiber 2.20g	8%
Total Sugars 51.20g
Protein 288.50g	577%

Vitamin D 118IU	590%
Calcium 166mg	13%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 2844mg	61%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.4%

Protein: 52.3%

Carbs: 11.3%