Lemon Barbecue Marinade

This vibrant Lemon Barbecue Marinade infuses poultry with a bright, herbaceous flavor profile that cuts through the richness of grilled meat. The combination of fresh lemon juice, aromatic thyme, and savory Worcestershire sauce creates a complex base that tenderizes while adding depth. It is an essential companion for summer barbecues, offering a lighter alternative to heavy tomato-based sauces. Perfect for chicken breasts, thighs, or turkey pieces, this marinade ensures every bite is moist and flavorful. Simply mix the ingredients, let the meat soak up the goodness for several hours, and baste generously on the grill for a restaurant-quality result at home.

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Calories: 181.6

Description

This vibrant Lemon Barbecue Marinade infuses poultry with a bright, herbaceous flavor profile that cuts through the richness of grilled meat. The combination of fresh lemon juice, aromatic thyme, and savory Worcestershire sauce creates a complex base that tenderizes while adding depth. It is an essential companion for summer barbecues, offering a lighter alternative to heavy tomato-based sauces. Perfect for chicken breasts, thighs, or turkey pieces, this marinade ensures every bite is moist and flavorful. Simply mix the ingredients, let the meat soak up the goodness for several hours, and baste generously on the grill for a restaurant-quality result at home.

Ingredients

1/2 cup Lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Pepper
1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
1/4 cup Vegetable oil
1 ea Clove Garlic
1/2 teaspoon Thyme leaves
4 teaspoon Finely chopped onion

Directions

1
Combine lemon juice, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, vegetable oil, garlic, thyme, and chopped onion in a bowl or jar.
2
Whisk or shake vigorously until the oil and lemon juice are fully emulsified.
3
Place chicken or turkey parts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.
4
Pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
5
Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for 4 to 8 hours, turning occasionally.
6
Remove meat from marinade, reserving the liquid for basting.
7
Grill meat according to desired doneness, basting frequently with the reserved marinade.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 181.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.2g24%
Saturated Fat 2.3g12%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1313.6mg55%
Total Carbohydrate 11.5g4%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g4%
Sugars 1.2g
Protein 1.9g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

This marinade yields enough to coat approximately 2 1/2 to 3 pounds of poultry.

Always discard any leftover marinade that has come into contact with raw meat unless it has been boiled for at least 2 minutes to kill bacteria.

For a stronger garlic flavor, crush the garlic clove before adding it to the mixture.

This marinade works exceptionally well with boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs.

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/lemon-barbecue-marinade/