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Chicken Marinades (9 recipes!)

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By: Rachel GurkPosted: 05/08/2019Updated: 05/24/2021

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This list of more than 10 easy and delicious chicken marinades recipes will save you from boring chicken all year.

This list of 9 easy and delicious recipes for chicken marinades will save you from boring chicken all year.

This list of 8 easy and delicious recipes for chicken marinades will save you from boring chicken all year.

Grilling season is beginning, right? Michigan has been playing games with us, but I’m pretty sure this is happening at some point. 

We grill chicken breasts more than anything else, and it’s really a must to marinate the chicken before you grill it. A non-marinated chicken breast is not only flavorless and dull, but it’s also drier and just all-around not as tasty. Some of the chicken marinades on this list are for thighs or drumsticks, but all of them will work on any part of the chicken. 

My go-to recipes on this list are the Greek marinade and the shish tawook marinade, but they’re all terrific! The balsamic marinade is super popular based on the reviews, and I also really love the honey mustard chicken marinade. If you like spicy, sweet, honey-based, or tangy, there’s something for you on this list. 

Most of these marinades can marinate overnight if you want, but I recommend all of them marinate at least 1 hour (in your fridge!). You can find specific directions if you click through to each post. 

Tips for getting extra flavor from Chicken Marinades:

  • The obvious one is to marinate longer, up to overnight.
  • I like to butterfly my chicken breasts or cut it in cubes and skewer it. This gives the marinade more surface area to infuse flavor, and it also helps the chicken to cook more quickly.
  • Place chicken with marinade in a zip-top bag and squeeze out as much air as possible. This will ensure that all the chicken comes in contact with the marinade. 

Check out all the chicken marinade recipes below!

Which one are you making first? I can’t wait for grilling season to be in full swing! 

Chicken Marinades

Whatever you're in the mood for...whatever you have in your fridge...there are chicken marinades for you! Find the perfect recipe on this list.

Balsamic Chicken Marinade Recipe

A marinade made with all ingredients you probably have on hand, it's going to become a favorite for both grilling and cooking in the oven!

Italian Chicken Marinade

For juicy and flavorful grilled chicken, try marinating it in a zesty Italian chicken marinade. You'll be amazed at how tasty and easy this homemade marinade is.

Greek Style Chicken Marinade - perfect for grilling!

This Greek Style Chicken Marinade is flavorful and made with pantry staples – don’t grill plain chicken ever again.

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!

Honey Mustard Chicken Marinade

Sweet and tangy, this honey mustard chicken marinade is not only a huge hit with everyone that tries it, but it's also easy to make and you probably have all the ingredients on hand. Try it tonight!

Shish Tawook - Lebanese Marinated Chicken (VIDEO)

Make this Lebanese favorite at home! Shish Tawook will soon be your go-to chicken recipe thanks to the flavorful garlic, lemon, and yogurt marinade.

Beer Marinated Chicken Thighs

Beer marinated chicken thighs scream SUMMER loud and clear. The subtle taste of the beer in every bite of the chicken will have everyone singing your praises.

Grilled Chicken Shawarma Drumsticks

These flavorful grilled chicken shawarma drumsticks are going to become a summertime favorite! With the flavors of chicken shawarma that you know and love, you’ll want to plan on putting this recipe into regular rotation!

Asian Grilled Chicken

Infused with the flavors of ginger, sesame, soy, and garlic, this marinade is perfect for summer grilling!

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  1. luda says

    November 15, 2019 at 1:50 am

    Thanks for this great recipe !

    It’s really the most delicious and Chicken especially recipe.

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    • Rachel Gurk says

      November 15, 2019 at 9:46 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  2. Denise says

    May 12, 2019 at 12:42 am

    Yum! So many choices!

    I’ve been butterflying chicken for years, too!

    Reply
    • Rachel Gurk says

      May 13, 2019 at 9:34 am

      Such a good way to prepare chicken!

      Reply
  3. Sabrina says

    May 8, 2019 at 11:37 pm

    nice marinades, thank you. love anything that adds more flavor to chicken, Asian Grilled Chicken especially

    Reply
    • Rachel Gurk says

      May 9, 2019 at 3:47 pm

      So glad to hear you like these marinades! Thanks for the comment!

      Reply

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