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easy chicken marinade

5-Minute Easy Chicken Marinade That Never Fails


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A simple and flavorful marinade for chicken that enhances taste and tenderness.


Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano.
  2. Coat chicken evenly with the marinade.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
  4. Cook chicken as desired (grill, bake, or pan-fry).

Notes

  • For best results, marinate chicken for at least 1 hour.
  • Adjust seasoning to your preference.
  • Use fresh lemon juice for better flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Grilling/Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: easy chicken marinade, simple marinade, grilled chicken