This Unbelievable Chicken recipe lives up to its name with a sweet, tangy, and savory marinade that transforms simple chicken breasts into a juicy and flavor-packed meal.
The combination of cider vinegar, citrus juices, brown sugar, garlic, and mustard creates the perfect balance of bold flavors that caramelize beautifully on the grill.
Every bite is tender, smoky, and bursting with mouthwatering goodness.
Perfect for backyard cookouts, easy weeknight dinners, or meal prep, this marinated grilled chicken is incredibly versatile and always a crowd-pleaser.
Serve it alongside grilled vegetables, rice, potatoes, or a crisp salad for a complete meal that tastes like it came straight from your favorite restaurant.
Once you try this recipe, it’s sure to become one of your go-to chicken dinners.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Additional Time: 8 hrs 25 mins
Total Time: 9 hrs
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons prepared coarse-ground mustard, or to taste
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, or to taste
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
Directions
- In a large glass or ceramic bowl, combine the cider vinegar, coarse-ground mustard, minced garlic, lime juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended.
- Slowly whisk in the olive oil until the marinade is smooth and fully combined.
- Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and toss to coat evenly in the marinade. Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
- When ready to cook, preheat an outdoor grill to high heat and lightly oil the grill grate.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard any remaining marinade.
- Place the chicken on the preheated grill and cook for 6 to 8 minutes per side, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the juices run clear.
- Transfer the chicken to a serving platter and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Chefs Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- This marinade also works wonderfully with chicken thighs, pork chops, or shrimp.
- If you do not have an outdoor grill, you can cook the chicken in a grill pan or bake it in the oven at 400°F until fully cooked.
- Add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for a subtle spicy kick.
- Serve with grilled corn, roasted potatoes, or a fresh garden salad for a complete meal.