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Five chicken marinades in labeled freezer bags with various herbs and spices for meal prep cooking

5 Easy Chicken Marinades (Freezer Meal Prep)

Five freezer-friendly chicken marinades ready in 10 minutes. Choose your flavour: Lemon Herb Dijon, Honey Buffalo, Creamy Greek Lemon, Teriyaki, or Balsamic Tomato. Prep once, cook all week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course, Lunch
Cuisine American, Mediterranean, Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 270 kcal

Equipment

  • 5 reusable freezer bags I linked mine in the notes section

Ingredients
  

Marinade Option #1: LEMON HERB DIJON

  • 2 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 large lemon, zest & juice
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme or 1 tbsp dried
  • 2 tbsp fresh oregano or 1 tbsp dried

Marinade Option #2: HOT BUFFALO

  • 1/4 cup your favourite hot sauce I used Frank's hot sauce
  • 3 tbsp soft butter, ghee, or coconut oil
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika

Marinade Option #3: CREAMY GREEK LEMON

  • 1/4 cup olive oil I love nelson olive oil
  • 2 large lemons, juiced & zested
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped  or 1 tbsp dried
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped or 1 tbsp dried
  • 2 tbsp greek seasoning

Marinade Option #4: TERIYAKI

  • 1/3 cup 1/3 cup tamari (or soy sauce / coconut aminos)
  • 3 tbsp raw honey
  • 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger or 1 tsp dried
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds optional

Marinade Option #5: BALSAMIC TOMATO BASIL

  • 1/8 cup Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup dark balsamic vinegar neapolitan herb dark balsamic is my fav here from Nelson Olive oil, see notes
  • 2 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 small sweet onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp-tbsp raw honey
  • 1/8 cup fresh basil, chopped or 2 tbsp dried
  • 2 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped or 1 tbsp dried
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped or 1 tbsp dried

Instructions
 

  • Choose your marinade variation above and whisk all ingredients together in a bowl. Place chicken breasts into reusable freezer bags and divide evenly.
    Teriyaki chicken marinade with ginger and sesame in freezer bag
  • Pour your chosen marinade into each bag.Squeeze out as much air as possible before sealing. This prevents freezer burn and speeds up thawing. Lay bags flat in the freezer while they freeze. Stack easily without taking up space.
    Lemon herb Dijon chicken marinade in freezer bag with fresh lemon zest and herbs visible
  • When ready to cook, thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
    Buffalo chicken marinade in freezer bag with red sauce and spices
  • Cook using your preferred method:
    Sheet pan: Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
    Grill: Cook at medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes per side.
    Pressure cooker: High pressure for 10-12 minutes, quick release.
    Air fryer: 375°F for 12-15 minutes, shake halfway through.
    Balsamic tomato chicken marinade with sun dried tomatoes and fresh herbs in freezer bag
  • Serve with high-fiber vegetables on the side.
    Greek lemon chicken marinade with fresh herbs and yogurt in freezer bag

Notes

Storage: Marinades keep in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before cooking. Do not refreeze after thawing.
Cooking flexibility: These marinades work with any cooking method. Choose what works best for your schedule that day.
My Favourite Oils/ Vinegars: I love nelson olive oil for taste and quality. You can use code "Rejoice-10" at discount. Click here to Shop 
FREEZER BAGS I USE: I use reusable freezer bags because they're better for the planet and they hold up for years saving money over time.You can grab them here- Shop on Amazon
Five labeled freezer bags filled with different chicken marinades ready to freeze for meal prep