The Best Chicken Marinade

Elevate your chicken game with "The Best Chicken Marinade," a flavor-packed blend of olive oil, soy sauce, zesty lemon juice, sweet honey, and tangy Dijon mustard that takes your poultry to the next level. Infused with the bold essence of minced garlic, earthy oregano, and smoky paprika, this marinade creates perfectly seasoned, juicy chicken that’s incredibly versatile. Whether you prefer to grill, bake, or pan-sear, this easy chicken marinade recipe—requiring just 10 minutes of prep—adds a mouthwatering balance of savory, sweet, and tangy notes. Ideal for chicken breasts or thighs, this marinade penetrates deeply for maximum taste, especially when left to marinate overnight. Perfect for weeknight dinners, barbecues, or meal prep, serve this tender, flavorful chicken with your favorite sides for a crowd-pleasing meal. Keywords: best chicken marinade, flavorful chicken recipe, easy marinade recipe, grilled chicken marinade.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 pounds chicken breasts or thighs

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Whisk until fully blended.

Step 2

Add the oregano, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Whisk again to ensure the spices are distributed evenly throughout the marinade.

Step 3

Place the chicken breasts or thighs in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.

Step 4

Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring the chicken is completely coated.

Step 5

Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, for the best flavor.

Step 6

Before cooking, remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.

Step 7

Cook the chicken using your preferred method: grill, bake, or pan-sear until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

Serve hot and enjoy the flavorful, tender chicken with your favorite sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1145.3 grams (1145.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2230

Total Fat 92.40g	118%
Saturated Fat 17.90g	89%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.40g
Cholesterol 771mg	257%
Sodium 4508mg	196%
Total Carbohydrate 46.70g	17%
Dietary Fiber 2.30g	8%
Total Sugars 36.10g
Protein 288.50g	577%

Vitamin D 118IU	590%
Calcium 161mg	12%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 2729mg	58%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.3%

Protein: 53.1%

Carbs: 8.6%