Description
Transform your grilling experience with this Easy Greek Chicken Marinade Recipe that infuses your chicken with vibrant Mediterranean flavors. This marinade is quick to prepare and utilizes fresh ingredients like lemon juice, garlic, and aromatic herbs, ensuring your grilled chicken is juicy and flavorful. Perfect for backyard barbecues, family dinners, or meal prepping, this recipe allows you to create a delicious dish that impresses without the hassle. Elevate your meals today with this simple yet impactful marinade!
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano (or 1 tablespoon fresh oregano)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon red apple vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 2 pounds chicken breasts or thighs
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, red apple vinegar, salt, black pepper, and honey (if using) until well combined.
- Place 2 pounds of chicken breasts or thighs in a resealable bag or glass container and pour the marinade over the chicken. Ensure each piece is coated evenly. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates.
- Remove chicken from marinade and allow excess to drip off. Grill each piece for 6 to 8 minutes per side until grill marks form and internal temperature reaches 165ยฐF.
- Let grilled chicken rest for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece grilled chicken (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider marinating vegetables alongside the chicken. You can substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan option.