Lemon Chicken Marinade Recipe

Fire up the grill for juicy, flavorful chicken! This zesty lemon marinade infuses your chicken breasts with bright citrus notes and herbs, creating a restaurant-quality meal at home. Marinate for at least 6 hours for best results.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 330.4 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Chicken Marinade

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How to Make Lemon Chicken Marinade

  1. In a 2-cup measuring cup, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add the lemon zest and honey, stirring until well combined.
  3. Place boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a gallon-size zip-top bag.
  4. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated.
  5. Seal the bag, pressing out excess air, and refrigerate for at least 6-8 hours, or preferably overnight.
  6. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  7. Remove chicken from marinade and discard marinade.
  8. Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

23g

Carbs

0g