Transform your grilled chicken with this unbeatable mustard marinade
The perfect marinade is key if you want to elevate your chicken with a unique flavor and aroma. A simple yet potent recipe, blending the boldness of mustard with aromatic herbs, will transform your grilled chicken into a culinary delight.
6:03 PM EDT, May 11, 2024
Are you wondering how to achieve the perfect grilled chicken—juicy, fragrant, and bursting with flavor? We've got you covered with our unbeatable mustard-based chicken marinade! A quick mix of a few simple ingredients can bring magic to your grill.
Unveiling the simplicity
This marinade embodies the essence of delightful grilling. Marrying mustard, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and herbs strikes a perfect harmony of flavors that elevate chicken to new heights. The spiciness of mustard, the acidity of lemon juice, the aroma of garlic, the moisture from olive oil, and the freshness of herbs blend to enhance the chicken’s natural flavors.
Customizing your blend
Starting with the basic recipe allows room for creativity. For a spicier kick, opt for Dijon mustard. If you prefer something milder, go for a delicatessen mustard. Enrich it with fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, basil, or thyme. Don't hesitate to experiment with spices such as hot paprika, curry, or wild garlic. The variations are limitless!
Ingredients for the ultimate chicken marinade:
- 2.1 oz of Dijon mustard,
- Approximately 0.7 fl oz of lemon juice,
- 2 cloves of garlic,
- 2.1 oz of oil (e.g., olive oil),
- 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper,
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt,
- 1 teaspoon of crushed coriander,
- 1 teaspoon of thyme,
- 1 teaspoon of basil.
Marinating made easy
Creating the marinade is a breeze and takes just a few minutes. Simply combine all the ingredients in a jar and thoroughly coat the chicken pieces—whether filets, thighs, or even tender turkey meat. Marinating for about an hour suffices, but for more depth of flavor and juiciness, leaving the chicken in the marinade overnight is ideal.
Grill to perfection
With the chicken well-marinated, it’s time to hit the grill! Preheat your grill grate, grill pan, or electric grill and cook the chicken until it achieves a golden color and reaches your preferred level of doneness. Serve it alongside your favorite accompaniments, such as grilled vegetables, baked potatoes, a refreshing salad, or dipping sauce.
