Zesty Chicken Marinade Recipe

Elevate your chicken to zesty perfection with this vibrant marinade! Perfect for grilling, baking, broiling, or sautéing, this recipe boasts juicy, flavorful chicken in just 135 minutes (including marinating time). Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 120 mins
Cook Time 135 mins
Calories 400.3 kcal
Protein 95g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Zesty Chicken Marinade

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How to Make Zesty Chicken Marinade

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Add 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts to a large resealable gallon-sized bag.
  3. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it's fully coated. Seal the bag tightly, pressing out excess air.
  4. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
  5. Remove chicken from marinade and discard the used marinade. Pat chicken dry with paper towels.
  6. Grill, bake, broil, or sauté the chicken until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Grilling time will vary depending on your grill and heat; baking will take approximately 25-30 minutes at 375°F.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

30g

Carbs

0g