Garlic and Herb Chicken Marinade for Irresistible Flavor
A flavorful marinade made with garlic and herbs to enhance the taste of chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Marinating and Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Whisk the ingredients together until well blended.
- Place the chicken in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook as desired.
Notes
- For a stronger flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- This marinade works well with other proteins like pork or tofu.
- Adjust the herbs according to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg