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Honey Marinade for Chicken (No Salt)

Too much salt is bad for us, although we do need to eat some sodium to stay healthy. The following recipe for a low salt chicken marinade is suitable for everyone, especially those watching their sodium intake. The marinade is made with garlic, vinegar, basil, olive oil and honey for a sweet and aromatic finish. If you think you eat too much salt, try replacing it with herbs and spices in your cooking instead. You will find the food just as delicious and you will not feel like you are missing out on anything. Too much salt can lead to heart issues so it is best not to overdo your sodium intake. Some people throw lots of salt on their food without even tasting it first and this is a really bad habit to have.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
 

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 4 oz each
  • 3 minced garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) balsamic vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Method
 

  1. Whisk the garlic, vinegar, basil, oil and honey together.
  2. Add the chicken breasts and ensure they’re coated all over.
  3. Refrigerate the marinated meat for 4 hours.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium.
  5. Grill the chicken for 5 minutes on each side or until the juices run clear.

Notes

  • Agave syrup works just as well as honey or you could use another liquid sweetener.