Nani's Zesty Lemon Garlic Chicken Marinade
This bright and tangy marinade is my favorite way to keep chicken juicy and flavorful every single time.
recipesbynani.comThere is something so refreshing about the combination of lemon and garlic. I love using this marinade because it works perfectly for grilling, baking, or even pan frying chicken breasts and thighs.
My biggest tip is to make sure you use fresh lemon juice rather than the bottled kind. It makes a world of difference in the final brightness of the dish.
🧺 Ingredients
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes together in a small bowl.
- 2
Place your chicken in a large resealable bag or a glass dish.
- 3
Pour the marinade over the chicken and make sure every piece is well coated.
- 4
Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least thirty minutes, though a few hours is even better.
- 5
Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook it using your favorite method until it is golden brown and fully cooked through.
💡 Tips
Store any unused marinade in the fridge for up to three days. If you want to keep some for drizzling over the cooked chicken, set it aside in a separate bowl before adding the raw meat to the mixture.
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