BEST Quick and Easy Chicken Marinade
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Additional Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
343 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Condiments
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Cuisine
American
BEST Quick and Easy Chicken Marinade
Description
The BEST Quick and Easy Chicken Marinade brings together a blend of liquids—olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and fresh lemon juice—to tenderize and keep chicken moist during cooking. Honey adds subtle sweetness and helps balance acidity. Dijon mustard contributes tang and slight pungency, while Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and cracked black pepper layer in savory, herbal, and aromatic notes.
The marinating process lasts only 30 minutes, after which the chicken can be baked at 375°F for about 15 minutes or grilled to finish. The moderate marinating time ensures flavor penetration without overpowering the delicate chicken meat.
Allowing the cooked chicken to rest five minutes before slicing helps retain juices and prevents dryness. The seasoning blend can be modified to include crushed red pepper flakes or chipotle chili powder to add heat as desired.
Ingredients
- 1 ½-2 pounds chicken breast or chicken thighs, boneless skinless
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon fresh-squeezed juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning or Herbs de Provence
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper cracked
Instructions
- Stir together olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, honey, dijon mustard, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, onion powder, and pepper.
- Combine chicken and marinade in a large resealable bag, press out excess air and seal the bag (alternately you can combine chicken and marinade in a bowl and cover tightly). Chill for 30 minutes.
- Bake chicken at 375 degrees for 15 minutes or until cooked through and juices run clear OR grilled over medium heat 6-10 minutes on each side until cooked through. *Pro Tip: Allow to cool for five minutes before cutting into the chicken so the juices don't drain and dry the chicken out.
Notes
- Add ½ to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or ½ teaspoon chipotle chili powder to the marinade for a spicy kick.
- Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop without overpowering the meat.
- After cooking, rest the chicken for five minutes before slicing to retain juices and tenderness.
- The marinade suits both boneless, skinless chicken breasts and thighs for versatile cooking options.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 343 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 343kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 109mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 824mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 676mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 55IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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