Your First Bottle of Chiavetta’s BBQ Marinade
If you just picked up your first bottle of Chiavetta’s BBQ Marinade—first off, welcome to the club. Around here (Buffalo, NY), this stuff is basically a rite of passage. Whether you grabbed it at Wegmans, a pop-up, or someone handed it to you like a family heirloom, you’re about to level up your grilling game.
Here’s how to use it for grilled chicken breasts at home simple, fast, and packed with that tangy, savory flavor that made Chiavetta’s famous over 70 years ago!
🐔 What You’ll Need:
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Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 bottle of Chiavetta’s BBQ Marinade
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Grill tongs
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Meat thermometer
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A foil pan or dish
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Plastic wrap
🔥 How to Use Chiavetta’s on Chicken:
1. Shake It Up
This isn’t your average marinade—there’s herbs, garlic, and magic in every bottle. Give it a solid shake before using.
2. Marinate the Chicken
Place your chicken breasts in a dish or bag and pour enough marinade to coat. Let it soak for at least 30 minutes. Longer = more flavor, but even half an hour makes a big difference.
3. Fire Up the Grill
Get your grill to medium-high heat. Place the chicken on and start grilling. Flip every few minutes and baste with fresh marinade each time you flip. This builds layers of flavor.
4. Cook to Temp
Grill until the internal temp hits 165°F (always use a meat thermometer for accuracy). Don’t overcook—Chiavetta’s keeps things juicy, but 165 is the sweet spot.
5. Steam to Finish
Once grilled, place the chicken in a foil pan or dish, give it one last baste, and cover tightly with plastic wrap. Let it rest for 10–15 minutes—this “steaming” step locks in flavor and moisture like you wouldn’t believe.
Final Thoughts
Chiavetta’s has been part of WNY cookouts for over 70 years. Now that you’ve got your first bottle, you’re part of the tradition. One taste, and you’ll get why people stock up by the case.
Fire up the grill and let the flavor do the talking.
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