Perfect Chicken Marinade
A quick and flavorful chicken marinade ready in just 5 minutes, perfect for grilling, roasting, or salads.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Mix the marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until everything is well blended.
- Prepare the chicken: Place your chicken pieces (breasts, thighs, or drumsticks) in a sealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
- Marinate the chicken: Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap.
- Chill: Let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight) for maximum flavor absorption.
- Cook as desired: After marinating, cook the chicken by grilling, roasting, or using it in salads or tacos, ensuring it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Notes
For best results, use fresh garlic and high-quality olive oil. You can customize with different types of mustard or add fresh herbs.