Hot Pepper Chicken Marinade Recipe

Ignite your taste buds with this fiery Hot Pepper Chicken Marinade! Prepare this vibrant marinade two days in advance for maximum flavor. Customize the heat to your liking by adding more chili peppers or your favorite hot sauce. This recipe is perfect for juicy, flavorful grilled chicken breasts – perfect for weeknight dinners or a summer BBQ!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 0 mins
Calories 221.5 kcal
Protein 55g
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Ingredients for Hot Pepper Chicken Marinade

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How to Make Hot Pepper Chicken Marinade

  1. Remove seeds from 2-3 medium-sized hot chili peppers (adjust to your spice preference). Finely chop the peppers.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the chopped peppers with the remaining marinade ingredients (see below).
  3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 days to allow the flavors to meld and deepen.
  4. This marinade is enough for 8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs).
  5. Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag.
  6. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each breast is coated.
  7. Seal the bag tightly and marinate in the refrigerator overnight (or up to 24 hours).
  8. Remove chicken from marinade; discard leftover marinade.
  9. Preheat grill to medium heat. Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  10. Serve immediately and enjoy! Makes 8 servings.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

8g

Carbs

1g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Hot Pepper Chicken Marinade?

Hot Pepper Chicken Marinade takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 0 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Hot Pepper Chicken Marinade?

Hot Pepper Chicken Marinade has approximately 221.5 calories per serving, with about 55 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Hot Pepper Chicken Marinade?

The key ingredients for Hot Pepper Chicken Marinade are Hot Red Chili Peppers, Garlic, Olive Oil, Lemon Juice, Dried Basil, Thyme. See the full list with measurements above.

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