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Balsamic Herb Grilled Chicken

This Balsamic Chicken Marinade adds rich color and amazing flavor to your favorite cut of chicken. Cook it on the grill or stovetop for an easy meal any time of year.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Marinating Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 25 minutes
Course: Main Course, Marinade
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 360kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken pieces I use boneless skinless chicken breasts and thighs

Balsamic Herb Marinade

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried crushed rosemary
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves optional for garnish

Instructions

  • Combine marinade in ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Place chicken pieces inside a gallon size plastic storage bag and add the marinade. Seal the bag and turn it over a few times to distribute the marinade. Refrigerate the chicken for at least 1 to 2 hours but no more than 8 hours.

Grilling Instructions

  • Prepare your outdoor charcoal or gas grill for MEDIUM heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade (discard remaining marinade) and cook for 4 to 6 minutes per side or until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of chicken reads 165 degrees F or no pink remains when sliced through the center. Cooking time will depend on the cut and thickness of the chicken.

Stovetop Instructions

  • Heat a little olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over MEDIUM heat. Add the chicken and cook for several minutes per side. Remove from the heat when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Discard any remaining marinade.

Rest and Serve

  • Allow chicken to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
  • If grilling boneless breast, slice it and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5pound | Calories: 360kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 159mg | Sodium: 801mg | Potassium: 558mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 296IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 2mg