Chicken Marinade
This easy chicken marinade enhances flavor and tenderness, resulting in juicy, delectable chicken with minimal prep time.
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, thighs, or tenders
- 6 cloves garlic minced or grated (about 2 tablespoons)
- 1 medium lemon juice and zest (about 1 teaspoon zest and ¼ cup juice)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Pound chicken to an even thickness and poke holes with a fork.
- In a ziptop bag, combine garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Add chicken to the marinade, seal the bag, and massage the marinade into the chicken. Marinate at room temperature for 15-30 minutes or in the fridge for up to 12 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high or oven to 425°F. Cook chicken until internal temperature reaches 160-165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.
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Notes
Use the marinated chicken in salads, wraps, or on skewers for grilling.