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5 from 14 votes

Always Juicy Chicken Marinade

This Always Juicy Chicken Marinade uses citrus soda to tenderize and add flavor, while garlic, horseradish, and ginger pack a punch. Expect juicy, flavorful chicken that'll have everyone coming back for seconds!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Marinate4 hours
Total Time4 hours 30 minutes
Course: Marinade
Cuisine: Dinner
Keyword: Chicken Marinade
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Caytlin McCleery

Ingredients

Marinade

  • 2 cups grapefruit soda or lemon lime
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons prepared horseradish
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger

Chicken

  • 4 pounds chicken breasts or thighs

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups grapefruit soda, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 3 tablespoons prepared horseradish , 2 tablespoons minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon grated ginger.
  • Submerge 4 pounds chicken breasts or thighs into the marinade. Cover with a lid or plastic wrap and marinate the chicken for 4 hours minimum, and up to 24 hours.
  • When ready to cook, heat a large heavy skillet or outdoor grill to medium-high heat (about 400 degrees Fahrenheit). Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165℉, about 6 to 8 minutes per side, depending on the size and thickness of your chicken pieces.
  • Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve!

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Notes

  • You can use either boneless, skinless chicken or bone-in, skin-on chicken for this recipe. Boneless skinless cuts will cook faster, while bone-in skin-on pieces may be juicier due to the extra fat and skin.
    • Boneless, skinless breasts: 6-8 minutes per side
    • Boneless, skinless thighs: 7-9 minutes per side
    • Bone-in, skin-on breasts: 10-12 minutes per side
    • Bone-in, skin-on thighs or drumsticks: 12-15 minutes
    • Wings: Cook for about 10-12 minutes
  • For oven roasting, preheat your oven to 400°F. Bake boneless skinless breasts or thighs for 20-25 minutes, or bone-in, skin-on cuts for 35-40 minutes. Always check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1125mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
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