Amazing Pork Chop Or Chicken Marinade Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this incredibly flavorful marinade! Perfect for juicy pork chops and surprisingly delicious with boneless, skinless chicken breasts, this recipe boasts a rich brown sugar glaze that will leave you wanting more. Inspired by my sister-in-law Denise (an amazing cook!), this versatile marinade can also be used on venison. Double the recipe for extra delicious sauce to simmer and pour over your grilled masterpiece!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 116 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.9 (10 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Amazing Pork Chop Or Chicken Marinade

  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • Ground Pepper (not specified in recipe)
  • Vegetable Oil (not specified in recipe; 1/4 cup olive oil used instead)
  • Water (not specified in recipe)
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

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How to Make Amazing Pork Chop Or Chicken Marinade

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, olive oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes until the sugar is dissolved.
  2. Add the pork chops or chicken breasts to a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring it's fully coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated pork chops or chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly caramelized.
  4. Pour any remaining marinade into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and simmer for at least 5 minutes, or until slightly thickened. This helps to reduce the risk of foodborne illness.
  5. Brush the cooked meat with the reduced marinade and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

83 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

4g

Carbs

3g