Description
Elevate your meal with this Zesty Greek Chicken Marinade, featuring a vibrant blend of lemon, garlic, and herbs. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy dinners, this marinade transforms ordinary chicken into a flavorful sensation that will leave your guests craving more. Easy to prepare and customizable based on what you have on hand, it’s an essential addition to any kitchen repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and mince the garlic.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, pepper, paprika, and honey until well combined.
- Place the chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over it, ensuring it's evenly coated.
- Marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight).
- Preheat your grill or oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side or until fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For creamier marinade, substitute olive oil with yogurt. Add crumbled feta cheese for extra tanginess. Let marinated chicken rest before cooking to lock in moisture.