The Best Greek Chicken Marinade
A vibrant Greek-inspired chicken marinade with fresh herbs, lemon zest, and olive oil that imparts bold, zesty flavor. This quick and easy mix keeps chicken tender and golden with a slightly charred, aromatic crust—ideal for grilling, roasting, or building salads and wraps. Marinate for 2 hours to overnight for maximum taste. No pork or alcohol used, making it universally appealing. Yields 6 servings.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 25
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Non-halal-free (pork-free adaptation) Low-alcohol-free
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 2 lemons
Zest of 1 lemon
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
In a bowl, combine lemon juice, zest, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, pepper, and honey
Stir until the ingredients are well blended
Add chicken and toss to coat evenly
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight
Cook chicken over high heat on a grill, roasted at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, or use in salads/wraps as desired
Notes
Use chicken thighs for a juicier result
Adjust marinating time to suit your schedule (minimum 2 hours)
Marinade can also be used for skewers (meatballs, vegetables), ensuring no alcohol is added
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