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Greek Chicken Marinade

A flavorful marinade infused with Mediterranean herbs and spices, perfect for grilling or baking chicken.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main dish
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional for sweetness

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, black pepper, and honey until well combined.
Marinate the Chicken
  1. Place the chicken in a Ziploc bag or container and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag or cover the container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 2gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 300mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh herbs if available. This marinade works well with chicken breasts, thighs, or drumsticks.

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