Best 7 Fresh Herb Chicken Marinade Recipes

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Are you tired of bland and boring chicken dishes? Do you want to elevate your cooking skills and create a flavorful and succulent chicken dish that will impress your family and friends? Look no further! In this article, we will embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of preparing a tantalizing fresh herb chicken marinade. We'll guide you through selecting the right herbs, blending them with aromatic spices, and crafting a marinade that will infuse your chicken with incredible flavor. Get ready to transform your chicken into a juicy and flavorful masterpiece with every bite!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON AND HERB MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS



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Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Juice and zest of 4 lemons, plus 2 whole lemons
5 sprigs fresh rosemary, finely chopped
5 sprigs fresh sage, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, smashed and finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil
8 chicken thighs, trimmed of excess fat
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • In a small bowl combine the lemon juice and zest, chopped herbs, garlic, crushed red pepper, and 1/2 cup of olive oil. Whisk to combine.
  • Place the chicken thighs in a wide flat dish so they are in a single layer. Add the herb mixture. Massage the thighs to coat with the herb mixture. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Note: If doing a quick marinade, leave the chicken out of the fridge for up to 1 hour.
  • Preheat grill. Brush and oil the grill to clean.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and brush off any excess herbs and oil. Season the chicken generously with salt and drizzle with a little bit of fresh olive oil.
  • Cut the 2 whole lemons in half and cut the tips off the ends; this will allow the lemons to stand up without rolling around. Place the chicken, skin side down, on the preheated grill. Place the lemons, flesh side down, on the preheated grill. Grill the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes and then rotate the chicken 90 degrees to create the lovely crosshatch pattern. Grill the chicken for another 3 to 4 minutes. Turn the chicken over and grill for another 4 to 5 minutes. Check for doneness (the chicken should be well cooked). Check the lemon halves to see if they are beautifully caramelized. Turn over to grill on the bottom for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Serve the chicken with grilled lemon.
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FRESH HERB CHICKEN MARINADE



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Make and share this Fresh Herb Chicken Marinade recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Theresa Thunderbird

Categories     Chicken

Time 10m

Yield 1/4 cup, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2/3 cup white wine
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 lemon, juice of
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons freshly chopped basil
3 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley
1 teaspoon freshly chopped rosemary
1 teaspoon freshly chopped thyme
2 cloves freshly minced garlic
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Accent seasoning (MSG) (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together and marinade chicken overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.3, Fat 36.1, SaturatedFat 5, Sodium 591.4, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.5, Protein 0.7

CHICKEN & GARLIC WITH FRESH HERBS



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The key to this savory chicken is the combination of garlic and fresh rosemary and thyme. I like to serve it with mashed potatoes or crusty Italian bread. -Jan Valdez, Lombard, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
10 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
2 tablespoons brandy or chicken stock
1 cup chicken stock
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown chicken on both sides. Remove from pan., Remove skillet from heat; add halved garlic cloves and brandy. Return to heat; cook and stir over medium heat until liquid is almost evaporated, 1-2 minutes., Stir in stock, rosemary and thyme; return chicken to pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 170°, 6-8 minutes. Sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 346mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH HERBS



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Boneless chicken breasts marinated in herbs, garlic, oil and vinegar and broiled or grilled to perfection. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association. Preparation time: 10 minutes.

Provided by Robyn Webb

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons chopped Italian flat leaf parsley
2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, minced
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon dried sage
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup olive oil
½ cup balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper to taste
1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • In a blender combine the parsley, rosemary, thyme, sage, garlic, oil, vinegar and salt and pepper to taste. Blend together. Place chicken in a nonporous glass dish or bowl and pour blended marinade over the chicken. Cover dish and refrigerate to marinate for at least 2 hours or up to 48 hours.
  • Preheat grill to medium high heat OR set oven to broil.
  • Remove chicken from dish (disposing of leftover marinade) and grill or broil for about 6 to 7 minutes per side, or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.8 g, Cholesterol 65.9 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 80.2 mg, Sugar 3 g

HERB MARINADE FOR GRILLED CHICKEN



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I prefer this marinade for chicken cooked on the grill, but I'm sure it would work for roasted chicken as well.

Provided by Wildflour

Categories     Low Protein

Time 5m

Yield 1 1/2 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup olive oil
1/2 cup lemon juice
salt and pepper, about 1/4 tsp. salt, less pepper
1 teaspoon savory
1 teaspoon rosemary
1 teaspoon tarragon
1 teaspoon oregano

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients into a jar, close tightly, shake well.
  • Pour into ziploc baggie, add chicken pieces, marinate about 4 hours.
  • Grill til chicken is done.
  • You can salt and pepper chicken just before grilling if you prefer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.8, Fat 54.1, SaturatedFat 7.5, Sodium 1.8, Carbohydrate 3.2, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.7, Protein 0.3

SEARED HERB-MARINATED CHICKEN



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Pungent from the fish sauce and garlic, sweet and sour from the honey and lime, and spicy from the jalapeño, the Houston chef Chris Shepherd likes to serve these golden-skinned chicken thighs with a green papaya salad. But anything crunchy and coleslaw-like will fare just as well. The longer you marinate the thighs, the more complex they become; four hours is a bare minimum. If you'd like to use white meat, choose bone-in, skin-on breasts for the juiciest result.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, poultry, main course

Time 4h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 bunch scallions, chopped
1/2 bunch cilantro, plus more for garnish
5 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
1 jalapeño, seeded if you like
1/4 cup fish sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons honey
Juice of 2 limes, plus 1 lime for garnish
3 tablespoons neutral oil, such as sunflower or grapeseed
2 pounds boneless chicken thighs, preferably with skins attached (ask your butcher)
Green papaya salad, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Place scallions, cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, fish sauce, honey, lime juice and 2 tablespoons oil in a blender. Purée until smooth.
  • Scrape marinade into a large bowl or resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, tossing to coat, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Use tongs to remove chicken from marinade, letting any excess drip away. Do not pat dry.
  • Place chicken in skillet skin-side down and sear until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes (2 to 3 minutes if using skinless chicken), being careful not to let it burn as the sugars from the honey will start to caramelize.
  • Flip chicken, transfer to oven, and continue to cook until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 3 to 4 minutes. Serve with more cilantro, limes wedges and green papaya salad if you like.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 640, UnsaturatedFat 33 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 48 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 39 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 1602 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

HERB AND GARLIC MARINADE



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This basic marinade imparts a bright flavor and keeps meats moist. It's perfect for grilling and also enhances the flavors of fresh vegetables, tofu, and soft cheeses. The marinade doesn't work well as a sauce, so discard it before cooking.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes 3/4 cup, enough for 2 1/2 pounds of meat or fish

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 to 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup mixed fresh herbs, such as oregano, thyme, savory, sage, parsley, and rosemary, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon coarsely chopped garlic
Zest of 1 lemon (1 tablespoon)
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
Lemon wedges, for garnish

Steps:

  • Whisk together ingredients in a nonreactive dish. Arrange meat in dish; rubwith marinade. Cover; refrigerate forlength of time specified below, turning meat occasionally.
  • Removemeat from refrigerator; let it come to a cool room temperature beforecooking. Remove meat from the marinade; discard the marinade. Usinga paper towel, wipe off any large piecesof herbs or garlic from meat. Seasonmeat with salt and pepper.
  • Cook meat as desired. Garnish withherbs; serve with lemon wedges.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh herbs for the marinade. Dried herbs can be used, but they will not be as flavorful.
  • Use a variety of herbs in the marinade. This will create a more complex flavor.
  • Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours.
  • If you are using a store-bought marinade, be sure to read the label carefully. Some marinades contain ingredients that can be harmful if consumed raw.
  • When grilling the chicken, be sure to cook it over medium heat. This will help to prevent it from drying out.

Conclusion:

Fresh herb chicken marinade is a great way to add flavor to your chicken. It is easy to make and can be used with a variety of different herbs. Whether you are grilling, baking, or roasting chicken, a fresh herb marinade will help to make it more delicious.

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