Italian Chicken Marinade

This Italian marinade for chicken gently tenderizes the meat and infuses it with savory and tangy flavor!

Ingredients · Servings 4

Method · 1 h 15 min

In a medium glass bowl or freezer bag, combine all ingredients and mix well.
Add up to 2 lbs of chicken and toss to coat.
Marinate for at least 1 hour or up to 6 hours.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Grill, bake, or broil as desired.

It’s made with a lively mix of olive oil, Italian herbs, garlic, and seasonings for an easy anything kind of marinade.

This Is the Best Marinade Because…

This Italian marinade uses ingredients that you have on hand.
There are no preservatives.
It’s perfectly formulated to tenderize while adding tons of flavor.
It can flavor chicken, fish, shrimp, or veggies!
Oil – Olive oil is light and adds an earthy flavor. You can use other flavored oils like chili or basil.
Acid – Red wine vinegar & lemon juice is my first choice, but sub in balsamic or white wine vinegar.
Flavor – Dijon, garlic, and Italian seasoning add lots of flavor.
Sweetness – Honey adds sweetness and helps with caramelization. You can replace it with brown sugar.

Do not over-marinate chicken, as it will become mushy from the acids breaking down the meat.
Cook chicken to 165°F whether it’s grilled, baked, broiled, or cooked on the stovetop.
Keep leftover unused marinade in a jar with a tight-fitting lid in the refrigerator and use within 4 days for the best flavor.
Freeze leftover marinade in ice cube trays, pop one or two out, and add to veggies or pasta!

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