Description
Italian Grilled Chicken Marinade is your secret weapon for summer barbecues and cozy family dinners. This flavorful marinade infuses succulent, juicy chicken with aromatic herbs and zesty citrus, creating a dish that transports you straight to the Mediterranean. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, it’s perfect for grilling or roasting, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Ensure all pieces are well-coated. Seal or cover tightly.
- Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours).
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F).
- Grill marinated chicken for 6–7 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Allow chicken to rest for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg