This easy chicken or beef marinade recipe is perfect for adding flavor to your poultry or red meat dishes. Made with simple ingredients, it only takes a few minutes to prepare and can be used for grilling, baking, or pan-searing. The marinade infuses meat with a delicious blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors, resulting in tender and juicy chicken or beef every time. Impress your family and friends with this versatile marinade that is sure to enhance the taste of your favorite meats.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Directions
- In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, minced garlic, olive oil, black pepper, paprika, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and dried oregano.
- Place the chicken or beef in a large resealable plastic bag.
- Pour the marinade over the meat in the bag, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight, turning the bag occasionally to evenly distribute the marinade.
- When ready to cook, preheat your grill, oven, or stovetop.
- Remove the meat from the marinade, allowing any excess marinade to drip off.
- Grill, bake, or pan-sear the meat according to your preference, until it reaches the desired level of doneness.
- Let the meat rest for a few minutes before slicing or serving to retain its juices.
- Enjoy the flavorful and tender chicken or beef with your favorite side dishes.
Interesting Facts
Marinating meat not only enhances its flavor but also helps to tenderize it by breaking down the proteins.
Using a plastic bag for marinating ensures that the meat is uniformly coated and allows for easy cleanup.
This marinade can be used for a variety of meats, such as chicken thighs, chicken breasts, beef steaks, or beef roasts.
Feel free to adjust the ingredients according to your taste preferences, adding more or less of any particular flavor component.
Leftover marinade can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week and used for future recipes.