Meal Prep Balsamic Chicken Marinade

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 30

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 40

Servings:

Calories: 145kcal

Author: Lauren

Meal prep chicken never tasted so good than with this delicious Balsamic Chicken Marinade! It makes chicken so tender, juicy and flavorful and is great for the stovetop, oven, and grill.

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Equipment

Ingredients

2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar (60g)
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil (30g)
1.5 Tbsp Italian seasoning
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

For the Marinade:

Prepare the chicken by trimming off any excess fat and butterflying each breast. This will allow the chicken to have more flavor and help ensure even cooking throughout.
In a small bowl, whisk together all the marinade ingredients (balsamic vinegar through garlic powder).
Place chicken in a bowl or a zip-top bag and pour marinade over chicken. Move chicken around to make sure it's all coated with marinade. Place in the fridge and let marinate for at least 30 minutes up to 24 hours before cooking.

To Cook Chicken in the Oven:

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Arrange chicken in a single layer in a baking dish.
Bake chicken for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Double check your chicken is done. You can do this using a meat thermometer and ensuring reached 165 F. or simply slicing the middle and making sure the chicken is no longer pink.

To Cook Chicken on the Grill:

Heat grill (or a grill pan on the stovetop) to medium heat and make sure the grill is clean and well greased.
Shake off excess marinade and place the chicken over direct heat.
Grill chicken for 5 minutes then flip and grill for another 4-5 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 155 degrees F.*

Notes

To store: store leftover grilled balsamic chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

*carryover cooking will ensure your chicken reaches 165°F and prevents overcooking.

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