Best Chicken Marinade
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
143 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Best Chicken Marinade
Description
The Best Chicken Marinade recipe mixes savory and acidic ingredients including vegetable oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, dry mustard powder, black pepper, and freshly chopped parsley. These combine to create a balanced liquid that tenderizes and flavors the chicken breasts during marinating.
Chicken breasts are coated in the marinade and refrigerated for a minimum of 3 hours, allowing the acidity and seasonings to penetrate the meat. Cooking can be done by baking at 375°F for 35-40 minutes until cooked through or grilling over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes per side for a charred exterior.
The marinade imparts bright, tangy, and savory notes complemented by the herbs and spice. This method enhances the chicken’s moisture and flavor, making it adaptable for sandwiches, salads, or main courses.
A practical tip is to prepare the marinated chicken as a freezer meal by freezing it in the marinade for up to 3 months. Thawing in the refrigerator simultaneously marinates the chicken. This offers convenient make-ahead options.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- lemon juice juice of 1 medium lemon
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder dry
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon parsley chopped, fresh
- 2-3 pounds chicken breast fresh
Instructions
- In a medium bowl or large measuring cup, stir together the oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, pepper, and parsley.
- Add the chicken to large zipper bag or storage container. Pour the marinade over the chicken and toss gently to coat. Refrigerate at least 3 hours, or up to overnight.
- When ready to cook the chicken, preheat the oven to 375°F. Bake 35-40 minutes, or until cooked through. Alternatively, you could grill the chicken over medium heat for 5-7 minutes per side.
Notes
- You can freeze the chicken in the marinade for up to 3 months, then thaw in the refrigerator when ready to cook; this also marinates the chicken throughout thawing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 143 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 143kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 649mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 510mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 43IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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