The Best Ever Greek Chicken Marinade
Elevate your weeknight dinners with The Best Ever Greek Chicken Marinade! This simple yet flavorful marinade transforms ordinary chicken into a culinary delight, perfect for grilling, baking, or pan-searing. With just six wholesome ingredients, including zesty lemon and aromatic garlic, you can achieve restaurant-quality flavors right at home. Ideal for busy families and meal prep enthusiasts, this quick recipe ensures juicy and tender chicken that everyone will love. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or preparing meals for the week ahead, this versatile marinade is a must-try.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies by method
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1/4 Cup Olive Oil
- 1 Lemon (juiced)
- 2 Garlic Cloves (minced)
- 2 Teaspoons Thyme
- 1 Teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, thyme, Dijon mustard, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the marinade over chicken in a resealable bag or dish, ensuring it is thoroughly coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally up to 24 hours for maximum flavor infusion.
- Cook the marinated chicken using your preferred method—grilling, baking, or sautéing—until fully cooked.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful flavors!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of marinated chicken (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg