14 Best Chicken Marinades for Juicy, Flavorful Meals

Name: Exceptional and Simple Chicken Marinade
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 4 to 6 chicken breasts; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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Get ready for the tastiest chicken dinners that you and your family can enjoy! We've gathered the best chicken marinades from around the web to make sure you never run out of flavor-packed dinner ideas. Whether you’re looking for something to spice up a weeknight dinner or you’re ready to impress your guests with a restaurant-worthy spread, these recipes have you covered. From classic to international flavors like Mexican and Greek, these marinades will take your chicken dinner to the next level. So get ready to get your marinade on!

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Spicy Southwest Chicken Marinade

This delicious chicken marinade features the flavors of the southwest: tomatoes, jalapeno, onions, and cilantro, and adds a great kick to grilled chicken.

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Add a Pinch

The Best Chicken Marinade Recipe

Best Chicken Marinade Recipe - Chicken recipes are always a crowd-pleaser. This easy chicken marinade comes together in minutes for juicy, tender chicken every time.

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Bake It With Love

Fajita Chicken Marinade

This fajita chicken marinade combines lime, cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic, onion, & cilantro for a vibrant, flavorful addition! It is an easy and simple way to upgrade plain chicken! Mix and add to your chicken breasts, thighs, strips, tenderloins, or even turkey cutlets for amazingly tasty d...

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5 min

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Teriyaki Chicken Marinade

This teriyaki chicken marinade is easy to mix up and adds so much flavour to your chicken. Marinade and then grill or bake, or freeze for later!

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This Silly Girl's Life

Cilantro Lime Chicken Marinade

This Cilantro Lime Chicken Marinade is so full of flavor and a staple that is super easy to whip together that you will want to make it over and over again.

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Little Sunny Kitchen

Mexican Chicken Marinade

Make this fresh Mexican chicken marinade to season all of your favorite cuts of chicken. Made with lime, garlic, olive oil, oregano, and warm spices to give your chicken an amazing flavor!

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Exceptional and Simple Chicken Marinade

A delicious and straightforward chicken marinade that packs a punch of flavor, ensuring moist and tender chicken with every bite.

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45 min

TOTAL TIME

391

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$0.93

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Ingredients

8 INGREDIENTS

6 SERVINGS

1/2 cup olive oil

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 1/2 tbsp dijon mustard

4 whole chicken breasts

1 1/2 tsp kosher salt

2 tsp minced garlic

1/2 tsp black pepper

Directions

7 STEPS

Thaw chicken breasts if frozen

Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels, butterfly cut them if they are thick, and place them in a zip-top bag

In a bowl, mix the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper

Pour the marinade into the zip-top bag with the chicken, seal the bag, and massage to distribute the marinade evenly

Place the marinated chicken in a bowl or pan and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to a day

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat

Grill the chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until a thermometer reads 160° to 165°F and the center is no longer pink

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Rachel Cooks

Tequila Lime Chicken Marinade

This zesty and flavorful tequila lime chicken marinade is reminiscent of a margarita and perfect for making grilled chicken for fajitas. You’re going to love it!

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Chicken Marinade Recipe

Buttermilk based chicken marinade flavoured with lemon, garlic and smoked paprika. Ideal for cooking chicken on the grill or in the oven. This chicken marinade recipe covers 2 lbs of chicken.

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Gimme Some Grilling

Greek Chicken Marinade Recipe

Quick and easy marinade recipe for chicken with all your favorite Greek flavors!

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The Endless Meal

Spicy Chicken Marinade

This spicy chicken marinade has the best smoky heat, and the spiciness can be customized to your liking. Make the spicy chipotle marinade in just minutes then use it to flavor your favorite cut of chicken.

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The Lean Green Bean

Simple Chicken Marinade for Meal Prep

This simple chicken marinade for meal prep will quickly become a favorite. Easy and flavorful, perfect for batch-cooking chicken to enjoy all week long.

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