Maple Dijon Grilled Chicken (Print View)

Tender, juicy chicken grilled in a sweet and tangy maple-Dijon glaze.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

→ Marinade

02 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
03 - 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
05 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
06 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Method:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper until the mixture is fully emulsified.
02 - Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour, up to 8 hours.
03 - Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent the chicken from sticking during cooking.
04 - Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing the excess liquid to drip off. Discard the remaining used marinade.
05 - Grill the chicken for 6 to 8 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the meat displays golden grill marks.
06 - Transfer the grilled chicken to a plate and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices. Garnish with additional fresh thyme if desired.

# Insider Tips:

01 -
  • The marinade comes together in seconds but makes the chicken taste like it brined for days.
  • It strikes that perfect balance between sweet and savory that appeals to even the pickiest eaters.
02 -
  • Patting the chicken dry before throwing it on the grill helps achieve those restaurant quality sear marks.
  • Always let the meat rest after grilling; cutting into it immediately will let all that delicious moisture run out onto the cutting board.
03 -
  • Use a meat thermometer every time; guessing is the fastest way to ruin good chicken.
  • Letting the chicken sit at room temperature for twenty minutes before grilling helps it cook evenly throughout.

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