Description
A flavorful marinade that transforms chicken into a smoky, succulent delight perfect for any backyard BBQ.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- Optional: 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the BBQ sauce, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and soy sauce.
- Next, add the minced garlic, brown sugar, smoked paprika, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Place your chicken pieces in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring every piece is well-coated.
- Let the chicken marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, ideally up to 12 hours.
- When ready to grill, remove the chicken from the marinade and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Once cooked, let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For a vegan option, replace chicken with tofu or portobello mushrooms. Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce sodium content. Add a splash of citrus juice for a fresh twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg