The Best Chicken Marinade (Honey, Lime, and Soy)

This is the Best Chicken Marinade (Honey, Lime, and Soy). All you need is a few simple ingredients to make the most flavorful and tender chicken. Throw the marinated chicken on the grill or in a pan, and in less than 30 minutes, you will have a flavorful dinner or meal prep. Whether you like it spicy, tangy, or mild, this recipe is all about ease.

The Best Chicken Marinade (Honey, Lime, and Soy)

You likely already have most of the ingredients on hand for this simple yet flavorful chicken dish. Just whisk together your marinade and let the flavors soak into the chicken. My marinade recipe is incredibly easy to make, nearly impossible to mess up, and fully customizable to suit your taste.

Ingredients Needed To Make The Best Chicken Marinade~

• Olive Oil
• Soy Sauce
• Honey
• Lime Juice
• Minced Garlic
• Salt
• Pepper
• Dried Oregano

Notes For Success~

• This recipe works great with chicken thighs or chicken breasts, whatever you prefer.
• The measurements for the marinade do not need to be exact; the recipe is very forgiving.
• I would not recommend letting the chicken marinate for more than 24 hours because the lime juice will start to break down the chicken.
• The chicken can be cooked on a grill, grill pan, or a pan on the stove; it will turn out amazing no matter what method you use.

 How to Serve the Best Chicken Marinade (Honey, Lime, and Soy)~

• As a Main Dish: Serve as a complete meal with a side of Sesame Focaccia or Roasted Brussels Sprouts for balance.
• As a Weeknight Dinner: Pair with Scalloped Potatoes, creamy Lemon Orzo Pasta, or buttery steamed asparagus for a restaurant-quality dinner.
• For Entertaining: Serve this salad on a large platter with extra dressing on the side. It is a beautiful and satisfying centerpiece for gatherings.
• Meal Prep Friendly: Keep the chicken and salad stored separately. Add the crispy chicken right before serving to keep it crunchy all week long.

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The Best Chicken Marinade

If you are looking for an easy way to jazz up your grilled chicken, then you have to try my chicken marinade recipe. The marinade is packed full of flavor and leaves you with tender, juicy chicken every single time.

Prep Time30 minutes mins

Cook Time15 minutes mins

Course: dinner, lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: 4

Author: Jennifer Struss

Ingredients

• 1 Pound Chicken Thighs or Chicken Breasts
• 1/4 cup Olive Oil
• 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
• 2 tbsp Honey
• Juice from 1 Lime
• 2 Cloves Garlic Minced or Grated
• 1 tsp Dried Oregano
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Ground Pepper

Instructions

• Mix 1/4 cup Olive Oil, 2 tbsp Soy Sauce, 2 tbsp Honey, Lime Juice, 2 Cloves of Minced or Grated Garlic, 1/2 tsp Salt, 1/2 tsp Pepper, and 1 tsp Dried Oregano in a medium-sized bowl or plastic zip-lock bag.
• Add the 1 Pound of Chicken Thighs or Chicken Breasts to the marinade and toss well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
• Heat a bbq grill to 375 degrees or pan to medium heat. Cook the chicken on a grill, grill pan, or pan for about 7-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
• Once cooked remove the chicken and let it rest for 5 minutes before cutting and serving. Enjoy!

Notes

This recipe works great with chicken thighs or chicken breasts, whatever you prefer. The measurements for the marinade do not need to be exact; the recipe is very forgiving. I would not recommend letting the chicken marinate for more than 24 hours because the lime juice will start to break down the chicken. The chicken can be cooked on a grill, grill pan, or a pan on the stove; it will turn out amazing no matter what method you use.