NOR'S HONEY BALSAMIC MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN

Nor's Honey Balsamic Marinated Grilled Chicken image

Provided by Nor Mac

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 20

2-3 chicken breasts cut in half length wise
OR 2-3 POUNDS OF WINGS
1/2 c extra virgin olive oil
1/2 c balsamic vinegar
2-3 Tbsp honey depends on how sweet you like it
2 tsp dijon mustard
3 tsp minced garlic
1/4 c finely chopped sweet onion
1 tsp italian seasoning
3/4 tsp salt
2 tsp basil
1/2 tsp thyme
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/8- 1/4 tsp optional: cayenne pepper. use 1/8 for less spicy
1/2 tsp white or black pepper
1 tsp chicken boullion powder
SAUCE OPTIONAL
3 Tbsp honey
3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar

Steps:

1. Sliced chicken breast in half lengthwise. Chop onion and garlic and set aside.
2. In a bowl whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard.
3. Add the rest of the ingredients and whisk well.
4. Pour marinade into a gallon size Ziploc style bag. Place sliced breasts inside bag distributing marinade evenly. Refrigerate for 1-3 hours. The longer you marinade. The more flavorful it will be. Note: to marinate wings. Marinate at least 8 hours or overnight.
5. Heat grill to high. Oil grill with olive oil to prevent sticking.
6. Remove chicken from marinade. Place on grill. Grill chicken on both sides until center of chicken is no longer pink. about 5-10 minutes. Serve alone or top salads with the chicken.
7. Sauce optional: Mix honey with vinegar. Heat until it thickens. Pour over chicken.