Greek Chicken Marinade Recipe (Greek Chicken Recipe!)

By The Mediterranean Dish · 30 min

Ingredients

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk the minced garlic, dried oregano, sweet paprika, fresh thyme leaves, chopped parsley, extra virgin olive oil, lemon zest and lemon juice with about 1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon each of kosher salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper.
2. Add the chicken to the marinade and toss with tongs until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 8 hours, or overnight if using thighs.
3. For grilling: lightly oil the grates and preheat the gas grill or indoor griddle to medium. Arrange the chicken in a single layer and grill about 5 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Rest under loose foil for 5 to 10 minutes.
4. For baking: preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the chicken in a single layer in a 9x13 baking dish and pour the marinade over it. Cover with a large piece of foil and bake for 10 minutes.
5. Remove the foil and bake another 10 to 15 minutes, until the chicken is no longer pink in the middle or reaches 160°F (longer for whole chicken breasts). Cover and rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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