Greek Chicken Marinade: Juicy, Flavorful Chicken with a Twist
Greek Chicken Marinade – Flavorful, Tender Chicken with Mediterranean Flair
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a zip-top bag and pour marinade over them.
- Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
- Let chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Marinating overnight enhances flavor.
- Great served with a salad or in pita bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Greek, chicken, marinade, Mediterranean