Best Make Ahead Marinated Chicken Breasts Recipes

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BEST CHICKEN MARINADE



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Try one of these 6 chicken breast marinade recipes to infuse your chicken with flavor. By using a chicken marinade, your chicken will come out so juicy and tender.

Provided by Lee Funke

Categories     Marinade

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 54

1 - 1.5 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
1 tablespoon fresh chopped cilantro
1 - 1.5 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast
1/4 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves (minced)
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1 tablespoon fresh dill
1/2 tablespoon white rice vinegar
2 teaspoons honey (or maple syrup)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 - 1.5 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast
1/4 olive oil
1/4 cup BBQ sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 - 1.5 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
1/2 teaspoon sriracha
2 cloves garlic (minced)
3 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 - 1.5 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 clove garlic (minced)
2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
1 tablespoon fresh chopped basil
1 - 1.5 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon fresh chopped basil

Steps:

  • Choose a chicken marinade flavor and place all ingredients (minus the chicken breast) into a medium bowl and whisk to combine.
  • Place chicken breast into a glass container or gallon-size bag. Then, pour the marinade on top of the chicken, making sure it is covered.
  • Let chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or for up to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 kcal, Sugar 2 g, Fat 13 g, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 26 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FREEZE-AHEAD MARINATED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Mix up this six-ingredient soy and ginger marinade in just 15 minutes. Add chicken breasts, freeze, and you'll have a handy anytime meal that tastes much better than takeout.

Provided by By Jessica Walker

Categories     Entree

Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 4 1/2 lb)
1 cup soy sauce
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
2 teaspoons grated gingerroot

Steps:

  • Place chicken in resealable freezer plastic bags. In medium bowl, stir remaining ingredients until sugar is dissolved. Divide marinade evenly among bag. Seal bags; freeze up to 3 months.
  • To thaw, place bag(s) in refrigerator overnight.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Place chicken and marinade in baking dish. Bake uncovered 50 to 60 minutes, turning once or twice, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F).

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

MAKE AHEAD MARINATED CHICKEN BREASTS



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I got this recipe from a cookbook and loved it so much I wanted to share it. This is perfect alone or served in a chicken salad. Because there are only the two of us, I divide the recipe into four freezer bags with 2 chicken breast halves in each bag.

Provided by Debby H

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 1 breast, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped fine
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon salt
8 split boneless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • Mix together buttermilk with mustard, honey and seasonings.
  • Place chicken breasts in a freezer bag.
  • Pour marinade over chicken breasts.
  • Freeze.
  • On serving day thaw chicken, discarding marinade.
  • Grill over medium heat until chicken is tender and juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 94, Sodium 435.5, Carbohydrate 4, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 3.7, Protein 31.4

FREEZER PACK MARINATED CHICKEN 4 WAYS RECIPE BY TASTY



Freezer Pack Marinated Chicken 4 Ways Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken breasts, olive oil, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, salt, black pepper, honey, hot sauce, ketchup, chipotle chili powder, olive oil, lemon juice, garlics, parsley, salt, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, sesame seed, Freezer storage ziplock bag

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Lunch

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 chicken breasts
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
4 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
½ teaspoon salt, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup honey
2 tablespoons hot sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon chipotle chili powder
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 garlics, minced
3 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
½ teaspoon salt, or more to taste
½ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon sesame seed
Freezer storage ziplock bag

Steps:

  • Combine all marinade ingredients in a liquid measuring cup.
  • Place two chicken breasts in a freezer storage ziplock bag.
  • Pour the marinade over the chicken, seal the bag and massage the chicken to coat in the marinade.
  • Marinate the chicken for 15-30 minutes if cooking immediately, or place in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • To cook frozen chicken, take the bag out of the freezer and thaw the chicken by placing it in the refrigerator overnight or by placing the bag in a bowl of water.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Once thawed, place chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C)
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1056 calories, Carbohydrate 88 grams, Fat 56 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 54 grams, Sugar 78 grams

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