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Mediterranean Chicken Marinade

A flavorful marinade that infuses chicken with Mediterranean herbs and spices, perfect for grilling or baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Marinade
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, rosemary, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  2. Whisk the ingredients together until well blended.
  3. Transfer the marinade to a resealable plastic bag.
Marinate the Chicken
  1. Add chicken pieces to the bag with the marinade, ensuring they are well coated.
  2. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gSodium: 300mgVitamin C: 1mg

Notes

This marinade works well with chicken breasts, thighs, or drumsticks. Adjust marinating time based on the cut of chicken used.

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