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30 Minute Dijon Mustard Chicken Marinade

This dijon mustard chicken marinade is a quick and easy way to add flavor to your chicken. With just 6 ingredients, you probably have everything you need in your pantry and fridge already! You can make grilled dijon chicken thighs or baked dijon chicken breasts - instructions are given for both the oven and grill. This is a great weeknight dinner your family is going to love!
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free
Keyword #chickenthighs, #marinade, #paleo, chicken, dijon mustard, whole30
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 2 pounds

Equipment

Ingredients

  • juice of 1 lemon 2-3 tbsp, 1 to 1.5 oz of juice
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil or other mild high heat oil
  • 2 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • 1.5 tsp kosher salt

Instructions

  • Measure out the oil into a measuring cup. Measure out the other ingredients and place them in the cup with the oil.
  • Stir everything together with a whisk until it's well combined.
  • Alternatively you can place all the ingredients in a mason jar, cover it with a lid, and shake vigorously until the marinade is combined.

Notes

  • This recipe makes enough marinade for between 1.5 and 2 pounds of chicken.
  • The marinade can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week, or be frozen in a freezer-safe container for several months. Be sure to thaw completely before marinating chicken with it.