Italian Marinade Recipe

Transform ordinary chicken breasts into juicy, flavorful masterpieces with this irresistible Italian marinade! Packed with bright lemon zest and aromatic herbs, this marinade infuses your chicken with incredible taste. Perfect for grilling, baking, or pan-frying, it's so delicious you'll want to double the recipe – leftover marinated chicken makes amazing garlic bread sandwiches! Marinating time is your cook time, creating unbelievably tender and moist results.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 485 mins
Calories 1305.7 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Italian Marinade

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How to Make Italian Marinade

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons Italian dressing mix (your favorite brand!), 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon dried basil.
  2. Add 1/2 cup olive oil to the bowl and whisk until well combined.
  3. Place 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish.
  4. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated.
  5. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight (up to 24 hours).
  6. Remove chicken from marinade and cook as desired (grill, bake, or pan-fry). Discard leftover marinade.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

94g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Italian Marinade?

Italian Marinade takes about 490 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 485 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Italian Marinade?

Italian Marinade has approximately 1305.7 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 223 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Italian Marinade?

The key ingredients for Italian Marinade are Lemon Juice, Italian Salad Dressing Mix, Oil. See the full list with measurements above.

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