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Ingredients
- Classic Lemon Garlic Marinade:
- 4 chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- Honey Soy Marinade:
- 4 chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- Spicy Cajun Marinade:
- 4 chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of one lime
- Salt to taste
- Herb and Mustard Marinade:
- 4 chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- One tablespoon fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Greek Yogurt Marinade:
- Four chicken breasts (or thighs)
- Half cup plain Greek yogurt
- Juice of one lemon
- three cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- one tablespoon oregano
- one tablespoon cumin
- Salt tablespoon pepper to taste
- BBQ Marinade:
- Four chicken breasts (or thighs)
- Half cup barbecue sauce
- Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- one tsp smoked paprika
- one tsp chili powder
- one tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a small bowl, mix together all the ingredients for the chosen marinade. Adjust the saltiness or sweetness as needed.
- Marinate the chicken: Place the pieces in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour in the marinade so every piece is covered fully. Seal it up or cover it. Then put it in the fridge for at least half an hour. For best flavor, marinate for four hours or overnight.
- Cooking the chicken: Choose your method, like grill, bake, or pan sear.
- Grilling: Preheat the grill to medium-high. Grill each side for about six to eight minutes until it's fully cooked inside.
- Baking: Preheat oven to four hundred degrees Fahrenheit. Put marinated pieces on a baking sheet with some parchment paper or foil underneath and bake them twenty to twenty-five minutes, depending on thickness.
- Pan Searing: Heat one tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat, then cook them for five to seven minutes on each side till done.
- Serve with sides like rice salad, roasted veggies, or whatever you would like.
Tips and Variations:
- Marinating Time: Even just thirty minutes gives some flavor, but letting them soak several hours or overnight is best. Don’t go over twenty-four hours though, or it will get mushy from too much acid.
- Cutting Chicken: For faster cooking, cut smaller pieces; good when grilling or pan searing.
- Mix and Match: Feel free to mix different ingredients like honey into BBQ mix or switch lime instead of lemon in herb mix.
- Spicy Option: If you love heat, then add extra chili flakes, hot sauce, and cayenne pepper.
- Vegetarian Option: Works great on tofu tempeh veggies too; just adjust time so flavors soak.
- Storage and Leftovers: Keep leftover cooked ones in an airtight container in the fridge for three days tops or freeze before cooking for up to three months.
Nutrition Information:
- Calories: You will get 250 calories with this meal.
- Protein: An amount of 26 g of protein is obtained with this meal, in which protein is very important for muscle repair and growth.
- Fat: An amount of 13 g is served, which helps you to keep on the diet track.
- Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates are the fuel source of the brain; here, 3 g of carbohydrates is obtained.
- Sugars: A 2 g of sugar is contained here depending on the fruits and honey used.
- Fiber: 0 g of fiber is obtained.
- Cholesterol: 71 g of cholesterol are obtained here.
- Sodium: 60 g of sodium is used.
Marinated chicken is a tasty option for any meal. With just a few ingredients and a bit of time, you can turn your chicken into a yummy dish that’s great for grilling, baking, or frying. In this recipe, we will check out six different marinades to make your chicken super yummy. Whether you like it tangy, sweet, spicy, or full of herbs, there is something for everyone would be happy to make it and enjoy it.
