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Ginger Chicken Marinade

This Asian-inspired ginger chicken marinade is quick, easy, and delicious. Best of all, you only need to marinade the meat for 30 minutes!
Prep Time40 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Asian, Chicken Marinade, easy, ginger
Servings: 4 people

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 to 1-1/2 tbsp fresh ginger chopped
  • 1 tbsp garlic chopped

Instructions

  • Mix all ingredients in a glass bowl or gallon resealable plastic bag. Combine well.
  • Place chicken (or beef or pork) in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to overnight, turning meat occasionally.
  • Grill chicken, basting with marinade. Discard any remaining marinade.

Notes

Garlic and ginger can be adjusted to taste. We tend to use a little more of each.