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Italian Chicken Marinade

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"This is a simple but delicious way of marinating your chicken." — Steve Harrity

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1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing
1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon salt
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

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Directions

In a shallow baking dish, mix the salad dressing, garlic powder, and salt. Place the chicken in the bowl, and turn to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator at least 4 hours. (For best results, marinate overnight.)
Preheat the grill for high heat.
Lightly oil grate. Discard marinade, and grill chicken 8 minutes on each side, or until juices run clear.

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PREP 15 mins
COOK 15 mins
READY IN 4 hrs 30 mins

Footnotes

The nutrition data for this recipe includes information for the full amount of the marinade ingredients. Depending on marinating time, ingredients, cook time, etc., the actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jun 22, 2003

A good easy recipe when you are short on prep time. BUT, I think a whole bottle of dressing is too much. 8 oz or 1/2 would be plenty for 4 chicken breasts.

—Rebslo

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Oct 21, 2010

I used chicken breasts with the bone and marinated for 24 hours. I baked the chicken but it was dry without much flavor. I don't think I will make again.

—AMBERJ32

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Mar 30, 2010

Simple and delicious - I use half a bottle of Kraft light italian dressing and add minced garlic, cracked black pepper, italian seasoning, oregano, basil, a little white wine, 1/4 c. of olive oil, and a couple of sprigs of fresh rosemary. I put everything into a ziploc bag and let it go. This is great with a salad or over pasta.

—Jillian

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Nov 07, 2006

I sometimes will cook my chicken in a non stick skillet using Italian Dressing only as my cooking oil. Usually when the weather isn't good enough outside to cook on the grill. It really gives the chicken a great flavor.

—jcqlewis

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May 31, 2006

I have been using something like this for years as well. I leave out the salt and add hot sauce (like RedHot). You only add to taste so when mixed with the rest of the marinade it doesn't over power. Not too hot just adds some zing! My families favorite!!

—ACDUTTON

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Aug 31, 2003

I used this marinade on 3 lbs. of chicken parts instead of the boneless breasts. I marinated the chicken about 8 hrs., then baked it at 400 for almost an hour. I poured about 1 cup of the marinade over the chicken before baking, and basted occasionally. It turned out tender and tasty.

—pamc

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Jul 10, 2003

I don't know what magic occurs when these 4 little ingredients come together, but the results are fantastic. I cooked the chicken in a skillet, and it was great.

—momabroad

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Jan 25, 2004

Delicious and Super Easy - I agree with the other reviewers - you don't need a whole bottle of dressing!! I used a storage bag, added about 1/4 to 1/2 cup of dressing, 2 tsp. of minced garlic, added 4 boneless chicken breast - sealed it up and marinated it in frig for about 1 1/2 hrs. turning occasionally. Put in on the grill-it was 92 degrees outside so I just served it with store bought salads, and cranberry sauce on throw away plates - there was virtually nothing to clean up except for utensils. A nice, quick, summer meal!

—Aspiring Chef Rita

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Nutrition

Calories
455 kcal
23%

Carbohydrates
12 g
4%

Cholesterol
67 mg
22%

Fat
34.2 g
53%

Fiber
0.1 g
< 1%

Protein
25.1 g
50%

Sodium
2469 mg
99%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Italian Chicken Marinade

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 455
Calories from Fat: 308

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34.2g 53 %
Saturated Fat 5.7g 29 %
Cholesterol 67mg 22 %
Sodium 2469mg 99 %
Potassium 263mg 7 %
Total Carbohydrates 12g 4 %
Dietary Fiber 0.1g < 1 %
Protein 25.1g 50 %
Sugars 9.4g
Vitamin A 1 %
Vitamin C < 1 %
Calcium 3 %
Iron 15 %
Thiamin 7 %
Niacin 120 %
Vitamin B6 35 %
Magnesium 10 %
Folate 2 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.