Best 7 Fresh Herb Chicken Marinade Recipes
**Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey into the world of fresh herb chicken marinade, where aromatic herbs and zesty citrus flavors dance harmoniously to create a symphony of flavors.**
Unleash the culinary magic of fresh herbs and citrus in this collection of tantalizing chicken marinade recipes. From the classic combination of lemon and thyme to the vibrant blend of cilantro and lime, each marinade promises a unique and delectable experience. Whether you prefer a quick and easy marinade or a more elaborate infusion of flavors, these recipes have something for every palate. Discover the art of creating succulent, juicy chicken dishes that will leave your family and friends craving for more.
SEARED HERB-MARINATED CHICKEN
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
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
CHICKEN & GARLIC WITH FRESH HERBS
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
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
MIDDLE EASTERN-INSPIRED HERB AND GARLIC CHICKEN
This recipe was inspired by the Middle Eastern dried seasoning mix called za'atar, a combination of herbs (usually thyme, oregano and marjoram), sesame seeds and sumac, often spiked with salt. Here, fresh herbs are substituted for the dried, which, along with fresh parsley and mint and plenty of lemon and garlic, are used to marinated boneless chicken thighs. If you can't find sumac, just leave it out. It does add a nice tang and vibrant color, but the dish will work without it. Optimum marinating time here is 8 hours. But feel free to leave it for as little as 15 minutes or as long as 24 hours. If you would rather use white meat, substitute boneless skinless breasts but reduce the cooking time by a few minutes.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories weekday, weeknight, main course
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine chicken with all but 1 teaspoon of the grated garlic (save that teaspoon for the yogurt sauce), the zest and juice of 1 lemon, oil, parsley, mint, thyme, oregano, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and the sesame seeds and sumac, if using. Cover and marinate for 15 to 30 minutes at room temperature; you can refrigerate it for up to 24 hours.
- Heat grill or broiler. If grilling, cook chicken over high heat until charred in spots, 4 to 7 minutes. Flip pieces and continue grilling until just cooked through, another 4 to 7 minutes. If broiling, arrange a rack 3 to 4 inches from flame. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and spread chicken out in a single layer. Broil chicken, turning halfway through cooking, until well colored and charred in spots, 4 to 7 minutes per side. Be careful that it doesn't burn.
- While chicken cooks, place yogurt in a small bowl. Stir in the reserved grated garlic and lemon zest and season to taste with salt. Serve the chicken drizzled with olive oil, remaining lemon juice to taste, black pepper, parsley and sesame seeds and sumac, if using, with the yogurt alongside for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 187, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 447 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
GRILLED CHICKEN WITH HERBS
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
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
FRESH HERB CHICKEN MARINADE
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
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
LEMON HERB CHICKEN MARINADE
This lemon herb chicken marinade is simple to put together and the taste is fabulous. Perfect summertime meal or anytime!
Provided by Leigh Anne Wilkes
Categories Main Dish
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients in a zippered bag and add chicken.
- I usually use 4-6 bonesless, skinless chicken breasts to this amount of marinade.
- Grill, bake in oven or cook on stovetop.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 388 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
LEMON AND HERB MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS
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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Tips:
- Use a variety of fresh herbs for the marinade, such as rosemary, thyme, oregano, and basil.
- Make sure to crush the garlic before adding it to the marinade, as this will help release its flavor.
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours.
- If you're grilling the chicken, preheat the grill to medium-high heat before cooking.
- Cook the chicken until it is cooked through, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
Fresh herb chicken marinade is an easy and effective way to add flavor to your chicken. The marinade is made with a variety of fresh herbs, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice. The chicken is then marinated for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours. The chicken can be grilled, roasted, or baked. This marinade is perfect for a summer cookout or a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up fresh herbs from your garden.
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