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Chicken Marinade

This easy and flavorful chicken marinade is perfect for juicy grilled or baked chicken. With a balance of tanginess, savory notes, and a hint of sweetness, this marinade will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Servings: 4 persons
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons lemon juice from 1-2 lemons
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 whisk or fork
  • 1 measuring spoons and cups
  • 1 plastic zip bag or shallow dish

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, and honey until combined.
  2. Add minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk again until all ingredients are well mixed.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in a plastic zip bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over the chicken, ensuring all sides are coated.
  4. Seal the bag or cover the dish. Refrigerate and marinate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 2-8 hours for more flavor.
  5. Remove chicken from marinade (discard used marinade). Grill, bake, or pan-fry the chicken as desired until cooked through (internal temperature 75°C/165°F), about 6-8 minutes per side depending on thickness.
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Do not reuse marinade that has been in contact with raw chicken unless you boil it first.
This marinade also works well for chicken thighs, drumsticks, or wings; adjust cooking times as needed.
For extra flavor, reserve 2 tablespoons of the marinade before adding chicken, and drizzle over cooked chicken just before serving.
You can add chopped fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro) before serving for extra freshness.