Description
This Greek Chicken Marinade recipe is the perfect way to add a burst of Mediterranean flavors to your grilled chicken. The combination of olive oil, fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon creates a juicy and flavorful chicken dish that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 lemons (juiced)
- 1 lemon (zested)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano (chopped)
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Chicken:
- 6 large chicken breasts (approximately 4 pounds)
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade. Add all ingredients for the marinade to a large shallow mixing bowl. Mix well to combine.
- Marinate the chicken. Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes to two hours.
- Prepare the grill. Clean and oil grill grates. Set grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken. Grill chicken for about 5 minutes, then reduce heat to medium. Flip and continue grilling until chicken reaches 160°F.
- Allow chicken to rest. Rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Greek Chicken, Chicken Marinade, Grilling, Mediterranean flavors
