Irresistible Mediterranean Chicken Marinade
A simple and flavorful Mediterranean chicken marinade that enhances the taste of your chicken with herbs and spices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes (including marinating)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling/Baking/Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
- Cook the chicken as desired—grill, bake, or pan-fry.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour for better flavor.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Use fresh herbs if available for a brighter taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg