Marinade For Chicken

 A marinade for chicken offers a great depth of flavor and at the same time, enhances the chicken taste. A marinade also makes the chicken juicier. To obtain the best results, let the chicken absorb the marinade overnight. If in a hurry, soak the chicken in the marinade for at least 4 hours. It’s hard to go wrong with grilled or broiled chicken soaked in a good marinade.

1. Spicy Marinade For Chicken

• 2 or 3 lbs. chicken breast, cut into small strips.
• 2 tsp. cumin
• 1 tsp. chili powder, (or more, if desired)
• 1 tsp. ginger
• ¼ tsp. ground allspice
• ¼ tsp. paprika
• freshly ground black pepper
• ¼ tsp. oregano
• salt
• fresh lime wedges

1. Whisk the spices in a bowl.
2. Place the chicken strips in the bowl, and refrigerate 4 or 5 hours.
3. Preheat broiler, or prepare the charcoal grill.
4. Place the marinated meat under the broiler, or on the grill.
5. Cook each side until browns.
6. This marinade will create a crust.
7. Serve with wedges of fresh lime.

2. Balsamic Glazed Marinade For Chicken

• 4 lb. chicken
• ½ cup balsamic vinegar
• ½ cup honey
• 1 tbs. brown sugar
• 3 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 tsp. ground sage
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 dash dried thyme
• 1 shallot, minced
• freshly ground pepper

1. Combine all the ingredients, except the chicken, in a large bowl.
2. Place the chicken in the bowl, and spoon the marinade over it.
3. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
4. Preheat the oven to 375 F.
5. Bake the chicken in a roasting pan for 1 hour.

3. Orange Ginger Marinade For Chicken

• 2 lbs. chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 6 oz. orange juice concentrate
• ¼ cup vegetable oil
• 2 tsp. garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp. lemon juice
• 1 tsp. ground ginger
• 1 tbsp. parsley, finely chopped
• ½ tsp. rosemary
• ½ tsp. oregano
• ½ tsp. marjoram
• ½ tsp. thyme
• salt and pepper

1. Combine all the ingredients, except the chicken, in a large mixing bowl.
2. Immerse the chicken in the marinade, and refrigerate for a few hours.
3. Prepare the charcoal grill, and cook the chicken on skewers.

4. Peanut Butter Marinade For Chicken

•  2 whole boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch chunks
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup white wine vinegar
• ¼ cup tomato paste
• 3 large garlic cloves, chopped
• ¼ cup peanut butter

1. Place the chicken breast in a shallow container.
2. Whisk the rest of the ingredients in a small bowl.
3. Pour this mixture over the chicken pieces, tossing well, until well coated.
4. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
5. Cook the chicken pieces under a broiler, or on a charcoal grill, until each side turns golden.
6. Sprinkle the chicken with the rest of the marinade.

5. Lemon Marinade For Chicken

• 3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
• 1 fresh lemon
• 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
• ½ cup red wine vinegar
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
• ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1 tsp. dried oregano
• ½ tsp. ground sage
•  ¼ cup olive oil
• freshly ground pepper
• salt

1. Combine all the ingredients, except the chicken, in a large bowl, and mix well.
2. Put the chicken in the bowl, and refrigerate for 3 or 4 hours.
3. Prepare the charcoal or gas grill.
4. Grill the chicken pieces over medium heat, until cooked.   

6. Tandoori Style Marinade For Chicken

• 3 boneless and skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
• 1 tbsp. cumin
• 2 tsp. coriander
• 3 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 pinch saffron
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• salt

1. Mix all the spices in a bowl.
2. Add the chicken to the bowl.
3. Cover, and allow it to marinade for 3 or 4 hours.
4. Prepare the charcoal or gas grill.
5. Place the chicken pieces on it, and cook until each side browns, turning from time to time
6. Serve with steamed rice.