One packet marinates 1-2 lbs. of beef, chicken, pork, or fish. Mix it with oil and vinegar, soak your meat for 30 minutes to 2 hours, then grill or roast. That's it.
Why Mesquite Works
Real mesquite flavor – Authentic Texas spices, no artificial smoke flavoring. Made the same way for 40+ years.
Versatile – Works with any protein. Beef steaks, chicken breasts, pork ribs, fish fillets, even vegetables.
Single-serve packets – 1.06 oz packets are convenient for weeknight dinners or grilling parties. No waste, no guessing.
Made in Texas – Our marinade is 100% Texas-crafted .
How to Use It
Mix 1 packet with 1/4 cup oil and 2 tablespoons vinegar (or your choice of liquid)
Add your meat and coat thoroughly
Marinate for 30 minutes to 2 hours in the fridge (longer for tougher cuts)
Grill, roast, or pan-fry as desired
Perfect for Game Day, Weeknight Dinner, or Feeding a Crowd
Order now and taste why Gilley's has been the go-to seasoning for serious BBQ lovers across America.
No MSG. The blend includes mesquite smoke flavoring and standard seasoning compounds, that's how you get the authentic mesquite flavor in a 1.06 oz packet. It's formulated for taste and consistency, not marketed as "all natural," but every ingredient is food-safe and commonly used in quality seasoning blends. What you're getting is real mesquite flavor that actually works.
How much meat does one packet marinate?
One packet marinates 1 3/4 to 2 lbs of meat. Works great for a family dinner, a small grilling party, or meal prepping for a few days.
How long do I marinate?
Minimum 15 minutes, maximum 30 minutes. Pierce the meat deeply on both sides so the marinade penetrates. Longer marinades won't hurt, but 15-30 minutes is the sweet spot for flavor without over-soaking.
What's the exact mixing ratio?
Mix 1 packet with 2 tablespoons salad oil and 2/3 cup cold water. Blend thoroughly, then submerge your meat in a shallow pan.
What meats work best?
Beef, chicken, and pork are the standards. Also works great with fish, turkey, and vegetables. Anything you'd grill or roast benefits from mesquite flavor.
How do I cook it after marinating?
Grill, broil, bake, or pan-fry. The marinade stays on the meat while cooking—don't rinse it off.
How do I store unopened packets?
Keep them in a cool, dry place like your pantry. They'll stay fresh for up to 2 years.
14 reviews
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Dennis Jay
We enjoy the Mesquite marinade immensely, have been for decades, miss the hickory one, though. I make jerky with it for my family and friends.
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Mark Breneman
Delicious budget minded steaks
With the price of a top shelf steaks being what it is, Gilly's Mesquite marinade is the perfecr solution. It turns a charcoal steak or flank steak or sirloin into a delicious, flavorful, nearly fork-tender meal.
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Carl Jerome Bruce
Great classic marinade
I've been using for decades. Glad it's back
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Scott Oliver
great
awesom
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Jeff Penley
Simply the best
I don't know how many steak marinades I've tried but this one is the best, if you try it you'll love it.
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KJR
Love it!
Once I tried Mickey Gilley's Mesquite Marinade Seasoning Mix-Smoky Mesquite Flavor for marinating steaks, I don't want to use anything else! It's delicious!
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Michael Wright
Superb product
A buddy of mine uses no other and he turned me on to it.
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CLAUDIA LANE
Awesome
Love Mickey Gilley's Mesquite Marinade. Best Marinade ever, We love it.
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Rusty Hubbard
Great marinade.
This is the best marinade by far that i have ever used!
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Jackie Jackie
Jackie Branson
Best ever timely order fulfilled tastes wonderful.
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Marie Crowe
Mesquite Marinade
Mickey Gilley’s marinade is the only thing I use to marinade my beef brisket. I use it according to package directions and marinade overnight. Always turns out great!!!
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Jonathan Clark
Mickey Gilley's Mesquite Marinade
It’s awesome!
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Jane Schanck
Best marinade!
We love Gilley's marinade. We use it on steaks, pork chops and chicken! Such great taste and tender results of meat.So glad to find it again!
