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Foil tray of grilled Greek marinade chicken on a buffet table with a handwritten greek chicken sign

Easy Greek Chicken Marinade

A bright, garlicky Greek marinade for chicken - mix it ahead, let it soak, and grill. Fresh, flavorful, and endlessly versatile for weeknights or entertaining.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinate Time 30 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs chicken tenders or chicken breasts
  • 1 1/2 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp pressed garlic or 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. In a bowl or gallon-size zip-top bag, combine all of the marinade ingredients and mix well.
  2. Add the chicken and toss until every piece is evenly coated.
  3. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  4. Grill the chicken until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.