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14 Best Chicken Marinades for Juicy, Flavorful Meals

14 Best Chicken Marinades for Juicy, Flavorful Meals
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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2 hr 40 min
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405
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$1.30
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Spicy Southwest Chicken Marinade
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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939
10 min
TOTAL TIME
635
CALORIES
$4.69
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The Best Chicken Marinade Recipe
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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48
5 min
TOTAL TIME
579
CALORIES
$0.83
PER SERVING
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Fajita Chicken Marinade
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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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8,092
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55 min
TOTAL TIME
578
CALORIES
$1.86
PER SERVING
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Teriyaki Chicken Marinade
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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40 min
TOTAL TIME
393
CALORIES
$1.45
PER SERVING
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Cilantro Lime Chicken Marinade
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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2 hr 10 min
TOTAL TIME
144
CALORIES
$0.83
PER SERVING
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Mexican Chicken Marinade
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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
CALORIES
$0.93
PER SERVING
Exceptional and Simple Chicken Marinade
Directions
7 STEPS
1
Thaw chicken breasts if frozen
2
Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels, butterfly cut them if they are thick, and place them in a zip-top bag
3
In a bowl, mix the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper
4
Pour the marinade into the zip-top bag with the chicken, seal the bag, and massage to distribute the marinade evenly
5
Place the marinated chicken in a bowl or pan and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to a day
6
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat
7
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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179
2
30 min
TOTAL TIME
390
CALORIES
$1.41
PER SERVING
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Tequila Lime Chicken Marinade
Vikalinka

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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6,769
40
5 min
TOTAL TIME
431
CALORIES
$1.48
PER SERVING
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Chicken Marinade Recipe
Gimme Some Grilling

Greek Chicken Marinade Recipe

Quick and easy marinade recipe for chicken with all your favorite Greek flavors!
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32
50 min
TOTAL TIME
364
CALORIES
$1.18
PER SERVING
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Greek Chicken Marinade Recipe
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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7
35 min
TOTAL TIME
236
CALORIES
$1.38
PER SERVING
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Spicy Chicken Marinade
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.
2 min
TOTAL TIME
368
CALORIES
$1.10
PER SERVING
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Simple Chicken Marinade for Meal Prep
I Heart Nap Time

Best easy chicken marinade

This is the best easy chicken marinade -this easy marinade creates so much flavor and keeps the chicken moist and tender!
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9
45 min
TOTAL TIME
391
CALORIES
$0.94
PER SERVING
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Best easy chicken marinade
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Easy 3 Ingredient Grilled Chicken Marinade

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Easy 3 Ingredient Grilled Chicken Marinade
Chelsea's Messy Apron

Grilled Chicken Marinade

The absolute best chicken marinade recipe! This easy-to-whip-together marinade will become a summer staple.
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24
10 min
TOTAL TIME
568
CALORIES
$1.56
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Grilled Chicken Marinade
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