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Chicken Marinade Recipes

A collection of flavorful marinades to enhance the taste of chicken, perfect for grilling, baking, or sautéing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian, Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Classic Marinade
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
Lemon Herb Marinade
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Spicy Asian Marinade
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated

Method
 

Classic Marinade
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and black pepper until well combined.
  2. Place chicken in a plastic bag or container and pour the marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
Lemon Herb Marinade
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, chopped parsley, dried oregano, and salt. Whisk until mixed.
  2. Add chicken to the marinade, ensuring it is well coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Spicy Asian Marinade
  1. In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha, sesame oil, and grated ginger.
  2. Marinate chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes, preferably overnight for more flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 3gVitamin C: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, marinate chicken overnight. Adjust the spice levels according to your preference.

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