Description
A flavorful Mediterranean chicken marinade that infuses bold flavors into your chicken, perfect for grilling or baking.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Place the chicken in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 24 hours for more flavor.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
- Cook the chicken as desired, either grilling or baking until fully cooked.
Notes
- For best results, marinate the chicken overnight.
- This marinade works well with vegetables too.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling or Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Mediterranean Chicken Marinade, chicken marinade, bold flavors, grilling chicken