There are so many reasons to love chicken, especially for those trying to lose weight. It’s lower in calories and fat than other meats (i.e. pork and beef), and is also higher in protein. Chicken is also packed full of vitamin B6, which both keeps your heart healthy by keeping homocysteine levels in check and is a key supplier of energy in your body.
While I could go into a lot more detail on the health benefits of chicken, let’s just agree on one thing: it’s great for people trying to lose weight. This chicken marinade recipe is very easy to make and is incredibly delicious – we make it all the time at home and had to share it with you!
- Photo and Recipe Courtesy of Allrecipes.com
RECIPE
Olive Oil – 2/3 cup
Reduced Sodium Soy Sauce – 2/3 cup
Lemon Juice – ¼ cup
Liquid Smoke Flavoring – 2 Tablespoons
Spicy Brown Mustard – 2 Tablespoons
Ground Black Pepper – 2 teaspoons
Garlic Powder – 2 teaspoons
Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast Halves – 4
***Notes: 1. Be sure to use low sodium soy sauce. We tried it once with regular soy and it was very salty. 2. You can also make this in your oven or on a griddle. Just be sure to cook your chicken until done through. 3. We prefer to use chicken tenderloin but have used bonless/skinless thighs also.***
- Combine the olive oil, reduced sodium soy sauce, lemon juice, liquid smoke flavoring, spicy brown mustard, black pepper and garlic powder in a large bowl.
- Add the chicken to the bowl.
- Coat the chicken, cover the bowl and marinate for a maximum of four hours. Any longer and the lemon juice will begin to cook the chicken.
- Heat your grill or light your charcoal. Be sure to oil your grill.
- Place chicken on grill and cook 6 to 8 minutes on each side.
Enjoy!
About the Author:
Jamie Eberle is the Chief Financial Officer of BeLiteWeight, which has helped over 6,500 patients have safe, affordable and successful weight loss surgery over the past eight years. Jamie has had bariatric surgery and knows the ins and outs of the different procedures they run, including: vertical sleeve gastrectomy, gastric sleeve plication, Lap Band and gastric bypass surgery, among others. BeLiteWeight focuses on each patient’s needs to help them choose the right procedure and get started on the path to a healthier life.
