Three Chicken Marinades: Garlic Parmesan, Korean BBQ, and Mediterranean Shawarma

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp Light butter (Melted and cooled; for the Garlic Parmesan Butter marinade)
• 0.25 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (For the Garlic Parmesan Butter marinade)
• 5 Garlic (Cloves, minced; for the Garlic Parmesan Butter marinade)
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard (For the Garlic Parmesan Butter marinade)
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning (For the Garlic Parmesan Butter marinade)
• 1 tsp Garlic powder (For the Garlic Parmesan Butter marinade)
• 1 tsp Onion powder (For the Garlic Parmesan Butter marinade)
• 1 tsp Black pepper (For the Garlic Parmesan Butter marinade)
• 1 tsp Salt (For the Garlic Parmesan Butter marinade)
• 1 tbsp Fresh parsley (Chopped; for the Garlic Parmesan Butter marinade)
• 2 tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste; for the Sweet & Spicy Korean BBQ marinade)
• 3 tbsp Low-sodium soy sauce (For the Sweet & Spicy Korean BBQ marinade)
• 2 tbsp Honey (For the Sweet & Spicy Korean BBQ marinade)
• 1 tbsp Rice vinegar (For the Sweet & Spicy Korean BBQ marinade)
• 2 tsp Sesame oil (For the Sweet & Spicy Korean BBQ marinade)
• 4 Garlic (Cloves, minced; for the Sweet & Spicy Korean BBQ marinade)
• 1 tsp Fresh ginger (Freshly grated; for the Sweet & Spicy Korean BBQ marinade)
• 1 tsp Lime juice (For the Sweet & Spicy Korean BBQ marinade)
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper (For the Sweet & Spicy Korean BBQ marinade)
• Sesame seeds (Optional; amount not specified, for garnish)
• Green onions (Optional; amount not specified, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup Nonfat Greek yogurt (For the Creamy Mediterranean Shawarma marinade)
• 1 tbsp Olive oil (For the Creamy Mediterranean Shawarma marinade)
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice (Fresh; for the Creamy Mediterranean Shawarma marinade)
• 4 Garlic (Cloves, minced; for the Creamy Mediterranean Shawarma marinade)
• 1.5 tsp Paprika (For the Creamy Mediterranean Shawarma marinade)
• 1 tsp Cumin (For the Creamy Mediterranean Shawarma marinade)
• 1 tsp Coriander (For the Creamy Mediterranean Shawarma marinade)
• 0.5 tsp Turmeric (For the Creamy Mediterranean Shawarma marinade)
• 0.5 tsp Cinnamon (For the Creamy Mediterranean Shawarma marinade)
• 0.5 tsp Onion powder (For the Creamy Mediterranean Shawarma marinade)
• 0.5 tsp Ground cardamom (Optional; for the Creamy Mediterranean Shawarma marinade)
• 1 tsp Salt (For the Creamy Mediterranean Shawarma marinade)
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper (For the Creamy Mediterranean Shawarma marinade)
• 1.5 lb Chicken breast or boneless chicken thighs (Raw; each marinade is enough for 1½–2 lb. Choose breast or boneless thighs.)

Steps

1. 1

   For the Garlic Parmesan Butter marinade, melt the light butter and let it cool. Mince the garlic and chop the parsley.

2. 2

   Combine the melted, cooled butter, freshly grated Parmesan, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and chopped parsley to make the marinade.

3. 3

   For the best finishing flavor, mix some of the Parmesan with some of the garlic butter and reserve it. After cooking the chicken, brush this mixture over it.

4. 4

   For the Sweet & Spicy Korean BBQ marinade, mince the garlic and grate the ginger. Combine the gochujang, low-sodium soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, lime juice, and black pepper.

5. 5

   Before adding chicken, reserve a little of the Korean BBQ marinade. Simmer the reserved portion until it becomes a sticky glaze, then brush it over the cooked chicken. Optional: garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

6. 6

   For the Creamy Mediterranean Shawarma marinade, mince the garlic and combine the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, onion powder, optional ground cardamom, salt, and black pepper.

7. 7

   Use one marinade for 1½–2 lb raw chicken breast or boneless chicken thighs. Add the chicken to the chosen marinade and coat it. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes; 4–12 hours is recommended for more flavor.

8. 8

   Cook the marinated chicken using your preferred method, such as grilling or air-frying, until its internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Notes

The source gives three separate marinades, each sized for 1½–2 lb chicken; choose one marinade per batch. The chicken may be served with rice, warm pita, cucumber, tomatoes, or creamy garlic sauce. Cooking method and cooking time are not specified; cook to 165°F (74°C).

Nutrition per serving

• main
• chicken
• marinade
• meal prep
• high-protein
• grilled
• air-fried