Lemon Worcestershire Marinade for Chicken
Elevate your chicken dinners with this tangy and savory Lemon Worcestershire Marinade! Featuring a zesty blend of fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, and Dijon mustard, this marinade is balanced with a hint of honey for subtle sweetness and minced garlic for an aromatic punch. Perfect for chicken breasts or thighs, this quick 10-minute marinade deeply infuses the meat with bold flavors, making it ideal for grilling, baking, or pan-searing. Whether you're preparing a weeknight meal or a backyard barbecue, this easy-to-make recipe ensures juicy, flavorful chicken that pairs beautifully with your favorite sides. Try this versatile marinade today and transform any cut of chicken into a showstopping dish!
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Ingredients
- 0.25 cups Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 0.25 cups Olive oil
- 2 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
- 4 units Chicken breasts or thighs (boneless and skinless)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Step 2
Place the chicken breasts or thighs in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
Step 3
Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is fully coated.
Step 4
Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for deeper flavor. Turn the chicken occasionally to ensure even marination.
Step 5
Once marinated, remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the remaining liquid.
Step 6
Cook the chicken using your preferred method: grilling, baking, or pan-searing, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 7
Serve the chicken hot and enjoy its tangy, savory flavors.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (613.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1320.6 |
| Total Fat 73.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g | |
| Cholesterol 340mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3628.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 33.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.5g | |
| Protein 124.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 52IU | 0% |
| Calcium 116.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1519.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories