Lemon Pepper Marinade

Written by
Derrick Riches
Derrick Riches is a grilling and barbecue expert. He has written two cookbooks.
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Derrick Riches
Updated 09/27/19
A plate of lemon pepper marinaded chicken

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  • Total: 5 mins
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 0 mins
  • Yield: about 3/4 cup (1 serving)
Nutritional Guidelines (per serving)
738 Calories
56g Fat
58g Carbs
10g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings: about 3/4 cup (1 serving)
Amount per serving
Calories 738
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 56g 72%
Saturated Fat 4g 19%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 31mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 58g 21%
Dietary Fiber 5g 20%
Protein 10g
Calcium 313mg 24%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)

This light and easy marinade recipe uses the acidic power of lemon juice to help tenderize and flavor meats. It's particularly good on poultry like rotisserie chicken, and both chicken and turkey breasts. This lemon pepper marinade will work both in the oven and on the grill.

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 teaspoons dill (fresh and roughly chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)

Steps to Make It

  1. Gather the ingredients.

  2. Add lemon juice to a bowl and slowly whisk in vegetable oil until well combined.

  3. Add remaining ingredients and continue to whisk for a few seconds.

  4. Let mixture stand for 10 minutes before using.

  5. Marinate the chicken breasts for 2 hours, turkey breast and whole chickens for 4 to 6 hours. 

  6. If making marinade ahead of time, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days after preparation. Double recipe if using on more than one bird.

  7. You now have a lemon pepper marinade chicken for your cooking endeavors. Enjoy!

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