4 Ingredient Chicken Marinade

Whether you have guests coming over or just need an easy weeknight dinner, this quick and simple marinade can be made ahead of time so the chicken will be ready whenever it's time to fire up the grill! The end result is a sweet, crispy glaze on the outside and moist, tender meat on the inside. Perfect every time!

4 Ingredient Chicken Marinade
Yield: about 2 cups

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup coconut aminos, gluten free soy sauce, or gluten free tamari

Directions

1. Mix marinade ingredients in gallon-size ziplock bag.
2. Place 6-8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts in marinade; seal bag shut.
3. To prevent leaks, place filled bag inside second gallon-size ziplock bag. Set bagged chicken in rimmed baking dish.
4. Refrigerate chicken for at least an hour, or overnight. (Longer is better because it means more flavor!) Periodically turn bag in dish to evenly disperse marinade.
5. Grill chicken until internal temperature reads 165°F with digital meat thermometer. Let chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Recipe adapted from No Biggie.

Sesame Peanut Butter Noodles

Asian flavors are always a favorite at our house! Enjoy these delicious noodles as a vegetarian entree or serve them as a side dish. To transform this recipe into a complete meal, simply add cooked, shredded chicken breast and steamed, stir-fry vegetables!

Sesame Peanut Butter Noodles
Yield: 4 cups

Ingredients
8 oz package rice noodles
1 1/2 Tbsp creamy peanut butter
2 Tbsp pure sesame oil
2 Tbsp honey
2 Tbsp soy sauce (or gluten free tamari)
1 1/2 Tbsp rice vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 tsp ground ginger
pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, adds some heat!)

For garnish:
 4 green onions, sliced
 2 tsp sesame seeds

Directions
1. Cook and drain rice noodles according to package directions.
2. In small bowl, heat peanut butter in microwave for 15 seconds until melted. Add sesame oil, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Whisk until well combined. (Peanut butter should completely break down to create a smooth sauce.)
3. Pour sauce over hot noodles. Toss to coat.
4. Top individual servings with 1 sliced green onion and 1/2 tsp sesame seeds. (For added crunch, try chopped peanuts!)

Recipe adapted from The Wholesome Dish.