Chicken marinades
Ingredients
Greek Inspired Chicken:
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp oregano
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Chimichurri Chicken:
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 2 ½ tbsp red wine vinegar
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Harissa Honey Chicken:
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
- 2 tbsp harissa
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp cumin
- ¼ cup honey
Cilantro Lime Chicken:
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- ½ cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tsp black pepper
Spicy Soy Ginger Chicken:
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
- Juice of 1 lime
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp sriracha
Utensils
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or spoon
- Knife and chopping board
- Zip-top bags or containers for marinating
Information
Cost: $$
Preparation time: 15 minutes (+30 min to 4 hrs marinating)
Yield: Each marinade serves 4 (using 2 lbs chicken)
Preparation Method
- Prepare chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry.
- Mix marinade: In a bowl, whisk together all listed ingredients for your chosen flavor.
- Marinate: Place chicken in a zip-top bag or container, pour marinade over, and toss to coat evenly. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours.
- Cook: Grill, bake, or pan-sear chicken until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve: Rest chicken for 5 minutes before slicing. Pair with sides suited to each flavor profile (rice, salad, or roasted vegetables).