Description
A simple and rewarding homemade marinade that enhances flavor and tenderness in chicken dishes.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Whisk together the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, honey, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Place the chicken in a resealable bag or container.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken, seal the bag, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best flavor.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
- Cook the chicken by grilling, searing, or baking until fully cooked.
Notes
For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Adjust the honey for sweetness or add lemon juice for tanginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg