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    Paprika-Lemon Chicken marinade Recipe

    Last Modified: Jan 18, 2023 by Paleo Leaper · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Quickly choose your favorite cut of chicken, 4 portions please because a zesty paprika-lemon marinade is on the way, and you will want to make it in the morning, before work, so that cooking dinner is a blissful event, rather than a chore.

    Paprika-Lemon Chicken Marinade

    We'll call this kid-approved as well, so long as there are enough drumsticks to go around, but let us also mention that thighs are exquisite when bathed in this flavorful marinade, as well as skinless chicken breasts - you really cannot go wrong.

    You could also squeeze a bit of leftover lime in there, should one be lingering around after last night's dinner of spicy cilantro-lime tuna... Use what you have on hand; just don't skimp on the zestiness of it all.

    When making a marinade, the length of marinating time really does matter. For poultry, 2 hours is the minimum amount of time for soaking, 4 hours is about average, and 8 is certainly plenty.

    If the marinade is too acidic, it may toughen the meat, so learn from another tasty marinated chicken recipe and trust your cooking intuition.

    It is also good to know that the choice of baking, grilling, or frying is up to you, so if you are stuck in a chicken rut, you can change your cooking methods and spices to keep meals captivating.

    Of course, the resourceful cook can bring any simple, sautéed vegetables to the table, but clever minds already know that an awaited chocolate cake for dessert is on order.

    Paprika-Lemon Chicken Marinade Recipe

    Serves: 4 Prep: 10 min + 2h

    Ingredients

    • Chicken of your choice
    • ½ cup olive oil
    • Juice from 1 lemon
    • 1 tsp. paprika
    • ½ tsp. dried oregano
    • ½ tsp. cumin
    • ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • ½ red onion, minced
    • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
    Paprika-Lemon Chicken Marinade Recipe Preparation

    Preparation

    1. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, onion, herbs, and spices; season to taste.
    2. Whisk until well mixed and pour over the chicken.
    3. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 to 8 hours, turning every few hours.
    4. Cook chicken to your preference, or preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
    5. Grill the chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side, depending on the cut, or until cooked through.
    6. Let the chicken rest for 4 to 5 minutes before serving.

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    Paprika-Lemon Chicken Marinade Recipe

    Paprika-Lemon Chicken Marinade Recipe

    Take care of your favorite bites of chicken with the marinade that it deserves: paprika-lemon chicken marinade with garlic for the win!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 2 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 2 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 256 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • Chicken of your choice
    • ½ cup olive oil
    • Juice from 1 lemon
    • 1 tsp. paprika
    • ½ tsp. dried oregano
    • ½ tsp. cumin
    • ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper
    • 2 garlic cloves minced
    • ½ red onion minced
    • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

    Instructions
     

    • In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, onion, herbs, and spices; season to taste.
      ½ cup olive oil, Juice from 1 lemon, 1 tsp. paprika, ½ tsp. dried oregano, ½ tsp. cumin, ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper, ½ red onion, Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, 2 garlic cloves
    • Whisk until well mixed and pour over the chicken.
      Chicken of your choice
    • Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 to 8 hours, turning every few hours.
    • Cook chicken to your preference, or preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
    • Grill the chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side, depending on the cut, or until cooked through.
    • Let the chicken rest for 4 to 5 minutes before serving.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 256kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 6mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1070IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword chicken, marinated, paprika
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