Italian Chicken
A delicious and easy Italian-marinated chicken recipe, perfect for grilling or baking. Juicy, flavorful, and a crowd-pleaser!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Marinade
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 0.125 cup lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Chicken
- 1.5 pounds chicken breasts boneless, skinless, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- If grilling, thread the marinated chicken onto skewers.
- Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and lightly charred. Alternatively, if baking, spread the chicken in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with a side of pasta, salad, or roasted vegetables. This chicken is also great in sandwiches or wraps!