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Greek Chicken Marinade

A flavorful marinade that infuses chicken with the vibrant tastes of Greece, perfect for grilling or baking.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lemon juice freshly squeezed

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice until well combined.
Marinate the Chicken
  1. Place the chicken in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and massage the marinade into the chicken.
  2. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for maximum flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 3gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 50mgVitamin C: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces. This marinade also works well with vegetables for grilling.

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