Tasty Chicken Marinade
Unlock the secret to perfectly juicy and flavorful chicken with this Tasty Chicken Marinade recipe! Featuring a harmonious blend of olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, and aromatic spices like garlic, oregano, and paprika, this marinade infuses your chicken with a delicious balance of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet notes. In just 10 minutes of prep time, you can create the ultimate marinade that works wonders on chicken breasts or thighs. Let the chicken marinate for at least a few hours, or overnight for even deeper flavor, before cooking it to perfection on the grill, in the oven, or on a stovetop. Perfect for weeknight dinners or backyard barbecues, this versatile chicken pairs beautifully with sides like rice, fresh salads, or roasted veggies. Try this easy recipe and fall in love with every succulent bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked
- 4 pieces chicken breasts or thighs
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, and black pepper. Whisk together until evenly mixed.
Place the chicken breasts or thighs into a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.
Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Seal the bag tightly or cover the dish with plastic wrap.
Refrigerate the chicken for at least 2 to 4 hours, or overnight for maximum flavor.
Once marinated, remove the chicken from the marinade and cook using your choice of method (grilling, baking, or pan-searing). Discard the leftover marinade.
Enjoy the chicken with your favorite sides, such as salad, rice, or roasted vegetables!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1785 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.7 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2825 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.5 g | ||
| Protein | 222.9 g | 446% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2161 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
