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Chicken Marinade Recipes

A collection of flavorful marinades to enhance the taste of chicken, perfect for grilling or baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian, Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Basic Marinade
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
Herb Marinade
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
Spicy Marinade
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

Method
 

Basic Marinade Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, 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.
Herb Marinade Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, and minced garlic.
  2. Add chicken to a plastic bag or container, pour the marinade over, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Spicy Marinade Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, mix together olive oil, hot sauce, cayenne pepper, paprika, and minced garlic.
  2. Place chicken in a plastic bag or container, pour the spicy marinade over, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 2gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 50mg

Notes

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

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