Best 11 Lemon Chicken Marinade Recipes

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Lemon chicken is a delightful dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its zesty, tangy flavor. Originating from Chinese cuisine, it is prepared by marinating chicken in a flavorful blend of lemon juice, herbs, and spices, resulting in a dish that is not only delectable but also visually appealing. The marinade tenderizes the chicken, infusing it with a burst of citrusy goodness that pairs perfectly with a variety of side dishes. Whether you prefer a quick and easy weeknight meal or an impressive dish for a special occasion, lemon chicken marinade is a versatile and delicious choice that will surely become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON GARLIC MARINADE FOR CHICKEN



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I'm not sure where I got this recipe but it is very good. I usually throw some chicken breasts in a ziploc bag and add this marinade and then freeze. All I have to do for a quick meal is thaw and toss on the grill. This makes enough marinade for about 1-1.5 pounds of chicken breasts. Cooking time reflects marinating time.

Provided by JillAZ

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh preferred
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts in a large ziploc bag.
  • Mix first five ingredients together and pour over chicken.
  • Marinate at least one hour, longer if possible.
  • Cook chicken as desired.
  • I prefer to grill mine.
  • This is wonderful served on a caesar salad.

LEMON MARINADE (CHICKEN)



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Another good recipe from local news chef, Chef Walter. A nice change from the usual lemon pepper marinade on store shelves. This recipe is enough for 2 pounds of boneless skinless chicken breasts. Prep time is marinade time. Note: feel free to cut back or eliminate the salt in this marinade. Low-sodium soy sauce also works well for this. (Thanks for the tip, Nif!)

Provided by Misa3446

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 2h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix everything together well. Pour into a shallow dish or large zip top bag.
  • Add chicken. If using a dish, cover. Zip the bag if using a bag. Stash in the refrigerator for at least 2 - 3 hours, turning occasionally.
  • Drain off the marinade and grill, or bake at 325 F for about an hour in a greased baking dish.

GREEK LEMON CHICKEN KABOBS WITH MINT MARINADE



Greek Lemon Chicken Kabobs With Mint Marinade image

Make and share this Greek Lemon Chicken Kabobs With Mint Marinade recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken

Time 39m

Yield 4 Breast halves, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 (8 ounce) package small whole mushrooms
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon finely chopped of fresh mint or 1 teaspoon dried mint
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 red onion, cut into wedges
hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Cut chicken breast into 1 inch pieces.
  • Place chicken and mushrooms in zip-top plastic bag.
  • In a bowl, combine lemon juice, oregano, mint, salt, oil and garlic; mix well.
  • Add to bag with chicken and mushrooms; toss to coat.
  • Marinate for 10 minutes, turing once.
  • Thread chicken, mushrooms and onions evenly onto 8 metal skewers.
  • Place kabobs on grill over medium-high heat.
  • Cook uncovered for 10-14 minutes or until chicken is done; turning once.
  • Serve over hot cooked rice.

PERFECT LEMON-GARLIC CHICKEN MARINADE



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I put this together when I was making some other Lebanese dishes, and I wanted chicken, but wasn't sure how I was going to make it. So this is what I came up with. One of the ingredients is Sumac- can find in middle eastern markets for sure. Its a dark red spice, that adds a lemony flavor. Its so very good. I like to make this chicken and serve it with Tabouli and Hummus. But I think it would be great with just about anything you choose to serve it with.

Provided by Helen Ganim

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 2-4 breasts of chicken-if butterflied, 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 chicken breasts
4 -5 garlic cloves, crushed
2 -3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon sumac
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 storage size ziploc bag

Steps:

  • If chicken breasts are boneless and thick, I think they turn out better butterflied.
  • Peel garlic and crush using a mortar/pestol with a little salt (makes crushing garlic easier) or buy garlic already crushed and place in a small bowl.
  • Add lemon juice, olive oil, and sumac, and salt if you bought crushed garlic.
  • Mix together.
  • Place chicken in ziploc bag, add mixture from bowl. Make sure chicken is coated, seal bag and then place in refrigerator.
  • I think it tastes best when marinated for at least 4 hours. But I 'm sure less is fine too.
  • Grill chicken until done.

LEMON BASIL MARINADE FOR CHICKEN



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Make and share this Lemon Basil Marinade for Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lhbishop

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 -8 chicken breasts
3 crushed garlic cloves
1/2 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1/2 cup oil
1 tablespoon basil
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Mix and pour over chicken. Allow to marinate for 2 or more hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.5, Fat 31.6, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 92.1, Carbohydrate 2.3, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.5, Protein 30.4

CHICKEN, TOMATO AND BREAD CUBES WITH LEMON-OREGANO MARINADE



Chicken, Tomato and Bread Cubes with Lemon-Oregano Marinade image

Who says kebabs are only for meat and veggies? Grilled cubes of bread soak up all the delicious flavors of the chicken, tomatoes, and marinade. Best of all, this dinner recipe takes less than an hour start to finish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup olive oil, plus more for grill
1/4 cup lemon juice (from 2 lemons)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
Salt and pepper
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
2 pints cherry tomatoes
4 cups cubed crusty bread

Steps:

  • Combine oil, lemon juice, oregano, and 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Reserve and refrigerate about 1/4 cup of marinade. Transfer remaining marinade to a zip-top bag and add chicken and toss to coat. Refrigerate 8 hours (or up to overnight).
  • Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high. Clean and lightly oil hot grill. Thread some skewers with chicken, others with tomatoes, and others with bread. Season with salt and pepper. Grill bread skewers for about 3 minutes, tomato skewers for 3 to 6 minutes, and chicken skewers for 12 to 15 minutes, turning all skewers frequently and brushing with reserved marinade.

LEMON CHICKEN MARINADE



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Make and share this Lemon Chicken Marinade recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JustJan

Categories     Poultry

Time 5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup oil
1/2 cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons salt or 2 teaspoons Lawry's Seasoned Salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
1 1/2 teaspoons sweet basil
1/2 teaspoon thyme
2 minced garlic cloves

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a 2 cup measuring cup, mixing well.
  • In a gallon size Ziplock bag, pour mixture over boneless chicken breasts.
  • Refrigerate and marinate for 6 - 8 hours or overnight. Perfect on the grill!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.4, Fat 36.4, SaturatedFat 4.7, Sodium 776.2, Carbohydrate 2.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.6, Protein 0.3

CHILI LEMON MARINADE FOR CHICKEN



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Make and share this Chili Lemon Marinade for Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Vicki in CT

Categories     Lemon

Time 1h3m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/3 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in ziploc bag. Add chicken and marinate a minimum of 1 1/2 hours.

LEMON MARINADE FOR CHICKEN (OMAC)



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This quick and easy recipe is perfect for OMAC users. I found this recipe in one of my favorite cookbooks from Vancouver author/chef/and fireman, David Veljacic. There is a nice balance of flavors between the lemon juice, olive oil and brown sugar. This recipe reminds me of a long lost recipe my DM used to make....so it does bring back childhood memories of days gone by! This is a family favorite.....I hope it becomes one of your!!!

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     Chicken

Time 10m

Yield 7 tablespoons

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Combine the lemon juice, olive oil, brown sugar, oregano, black pepper and garlic powder.
  • Add the meat and let marinate for several hours.
  • To freeze: Place in a large freezer bag, removing any air. Lay the chicken flat and place on a cookie sheet flat in the freezer. (by using this method of freezing, you can stack each package neatly).
  • To thaw; place the chicken in the fridge overnight ~ or ~ for a quick thaw, place the chicken in the sink, using tempid water and let thaw for about 25 - 30 minutes. Once thawed, either use immediately or put back in the fridge until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.3, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 0.9, Carbohydrate 2.7, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 2.1, Protein 0.1

LEMON PEPPER AND HERB CHICKEN MARINADE (PANERA COPYCAT) RECIPE - (3.9/5)



Lemon Pepper and Herb Chicken Marinade (Panera Copycat) Recipe - (3.9/5) image

Provided by รก-29897

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tsp rice wine vinegar
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
2 tsp lemon pepper
1/4 tsp rosemary
1/4 tsp basil
1/2 tsp salt

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl, stirring well to combine.Use the mixture to marinate chicken before cooking

LEMON CHICKEN (A REALLY GOOD MARINADE)



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One of our favorite (and easy) ways to make chicken. A little salad and rice pilaf and it's chow time!

Provided by Chris L.

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 c soy sauce
1/4 c water
2 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
juice and scrapings from a 1 inch pc. of ginger root, or about 1/4 tsp. ginger from jar
2 1/2 lemons - juiced
6-8 halved chicken breasts or chicken tenders (you can slice in strips for kabobs)
toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Mix all liquid ingredients in a gallon zip top bag. If you want, reserve some liquid for basting. Otherwise, proceed to next step.
  • 2. Add chicken pieces. Let marinate one hour in the refrigerator. Note: The longer it marinates the stronger the flavor.
  • 3. Broil or grill chicken until cooked through. You can also bake this dish.
  • 4. I also use strips of marinated chicken for kabobs; just thread on skewers with mushrooms, green peppers, pineapple chunks, - whatever floats your boat!
  • 5. To serve: Place on a serving platter, lined with lettuce leaves and a few slices of lemon. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top. It makes an impressive looking dish.
  • 6. Be careful if broiling - make sure your chicken doesn't get too dry. This is when I would reserve some marinade and baste the chicken pieces while cooking.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs work best for this recipe.
  • Make sure the chicken is well-coated in the marinade: This will help to ensure that the chicken is flavorful and moist.
  • Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight: The longer the chicken marinates, the more flavorful it will be.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat: This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides: Rice, noodles, or vegetables are all great options.

Conclusion:

Lemon chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its bright and tangy flavor, lemon chicken is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give lemon chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!

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