Italian Chicken Marinade

Italian Chicken Marinade
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    4 hrs 30 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    888

Infuse your chicken with the vibrant flavors of Italy! This simple marinade transforms ordinary chicken into a culinary delight, perfect for grilling, baking, or pan-searing. Let the aromatic blend of herbs and spices awaken your senses and elevate your next meal.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    12 g
  • Cholesterol
    67 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    25 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    2469 mg
  • Sugar
    9 g
  • Fat
    34 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 2 mins In a shallow baking dish, whisk together the Italian-style salad dressing, garlic powder, and salt until well combined. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Turn the chicken several times to maximize flavor absorption. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 4 hrs Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully penetrate the chicken. (4 hours - overnight)

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat. Lightly oil the grill grate to prevent sticking. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Remove the chicken from the marinade, shaking off any excess liquid. Discard the remaining marinade responsibly. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 15 mins Place the marinated chicken breasts on the preheated grill. Cook for approximately 7 to 8 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins To ensure the chicken is fully cooked, insert an instant-read thermometer into the thickest part of a breast. The internal temperature should reach at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). (1 minute)

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Recipe View 5 mins Remove the cooked chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful final product.

For an even more intense flavor, try adding a tablespoon of Dijon mustard or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the marinade.
If you don't have a grill, the chicken can be baked in a preheated oven at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for about 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic powder and salt to your liking. Taste the marinade before adding the chicken and adjust accordingly.
This marinade is also excellent for chicken thighs, drumsticks, or wings. Adjust cooking times as needed.

Adelbert Beier

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 296 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Ivory Shields

    The overnight marinade made a huge difference. The chicken was so tender!

  • Demetrius Towne

    I used it on chicken skewers with veggies and it was a total hit at our BBQ!

  • Kaleigh Renner

    I tried it with bone-in chicken and it worked great! Just added a few extra minutes of cooking time.

  • Meda Stoltenberg

    My family loved this! I will definitely be making this again.

  • Darrel Crooks

    This marinade is so easy and the chicken comes out incredibly juicy and flavorful!

  • Maryam Gulgowski

    I added a little lemon zest to the marinade and it was amazing!

  • Bernhard Gerhold

    I doubled the recipe and froze half for later. So convenient!

  • Matt Schroeder

    This is my go-to chicken marinade now. Thanks for the great recipe!

  • Dolores Fadel

    Simple, delicious, and perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

  • Palma Ruecker

    A little bit of brown sugar helps with caramelization on the grill!

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