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Armenian Herb Marinade Grilled Chicken Breasts Recipe

Experience a taste sensation with this incredible Armenian herb marinade! This recipe, a family secret passed down through generations, delivers juicy, succulent chicken breasts bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors. Perfect for grilling or baking, this marinade is rich, robust, and incredibly easy to make. Originally created for a Weber grill competition (and won!), this recipe is now shared with you! Marinate your chicken for 24-48 hours to unlock maximum flavor – the longer, the better! This recipe also works wonderfully with lamb. Get ready for a flavor explosion that will leave you wanting more!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 276.5 kcal
Protein 36g
Rating 4.6 (121 Reviews)
Armenian Herb Marinade Grilled Chicken Breasts

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Ingredients for Armenian Herb Marinade Grilled Chicken Breasts

  • Olive Oil
  • Lemon Juice
  • Salt
  • Thyme
  • Marjoram
  • Pepper
  • Garlic Clove
  • Shallot
  • Parsley
  • Chicken Breasts

How to Make Armenian Herb Marinade Grilled Chicken Breasts

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together all marinade ingredients until thoroughly combined.
  2. Place cleaned and patted-dry chicken breasts in a large 8x11 inch glass baking dish.
  3. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are fully coated.
  4. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 24-48 hours.
  5. **For Grilling:** Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade, reserving marinade. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, basting frequently with reserved marinade, until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
  6. **For Baking:** Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove chicken from marinade, reserving marinade. Place chicken in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, basting halfway through with reserved marinade, until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

20g

Carbs

0g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Very Low Carbs Main Dish Lamb Sheep Poultry Asian Middle Eastern Barbecue Easy Chicken Dietary High Protein Low Carb High In Something Low In Something Meat Chicken Breasts Equipment Grilling Presentation Served Cold Served Hot