Barbecue Chicken Breasts with Soy-Lemon Marinade

Name: Barbecue Chicken Breasts with Soy-Lemon Marinade
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter; 1 cup soy sauce; 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper; 1 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 1/4 teaspoons onion powder; 1 1/4 teaspoons ground ginger; 1 1/4 teaspoons paprika; 1 1/4 teaspoons sugar; 1 1/4 teaspoons MSG (optional); 6 boneless and skinless chicken breasts

Servings: persons

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Melt the butter in a small saucepan.
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Remove from the heat and add the remaining marinade ingredients.
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Mix until well blended.
4
Place the chicken in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag.
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Reserve 1 cup of the marinade for basting, and then pour the remaining marinade over the chicken.
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Cover the dish or seal the bag and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for 30 to 45 minutes.
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Build a fire (wood or a combination of charcoal and wood) for indirect cooking by situating the coals on only one side of the cooker, leaving the other side void.
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When the temperature reaches 400F, remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the grill grate, away from the coals.
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Cook covered for 8 minutes, then flip the chicken and baste with the reserved marinade.
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Cook the chicken for 8 minutes longer, or until the internal temperature reaches 160F.
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A room-temperature lemon will juice much more easily than a lemon straight out of the refrigerator.
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When making recipes such as Soy-Lemon Marinade, three tablespoons of juice per lemon can be expected.
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To get even more juice from your lemon, roll it along a work surface, pressing firmly, before slicing and squeezing.
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Indirect heat
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Hickory, Oak

504

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter, 1 cup soy sauce, 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice, 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper, and more.

Yes, Barbecue Chicken Breasts with Soy-Lemon Marinade falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!