Simple Chicken Marinade Recipe

a sliced marinated chicken breast on a bed of rice

5 from 2 votes

Simple Chicken Marinade Recipe

This simple chicken marinade will quickly become a favorite in your dinner rotation! It takes just 30 minutes of marinade time, but you can also prep the chicken in the morning to cook in the evening.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Marinating Time30

Total Time1

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 445kcal

Author: Julie Clark

Ingredients

1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup soy sauce
2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2-3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs

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Instructions

In a bowl or zip-top bag, whisk together all marinade ingredients until well combined. 1/3 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon honey, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Add chicken and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 12 hours for best flavor. 2-3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165ºF. No matter the method, the exact timing will depend on how large the chicken pieces are, so watch it closely.
Bake: Preheat oven to 400ºF. Place chicken in a baking dish and bake for 20–25 minutes.
Pan-Sear: Heat a skillet over medium heat with a little oil. Cook chicken 8 minutes per side until cooked through.
Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with your favorite side dishes.

Notes

Freezer Meal Prep: Add the marinade and raw chicken to a freezer-safe zip-top bag. Seal tightly and lay flat in the freezer. When you're ready to use it, thaw the bag in the fridge overnight. Once thawed, cook the chicken using your preferred method—no need to rinse or do anything extra.
Refer to the article above for more tips and tricks.

The calories shown are based on the recipe making 4 pieces, with 1 serving being 1 piece of marinated chicken. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. **

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