Fresh Oregano Marinade for Chicken

Here is a easy to make marinade that you can prepare the night before and place on the grill when you get home from work.

The marinade is a wonderful marriage of citrus, oregano, garlic and chilies. The vinegar and olive oil act as tenderizers and add additional moisture to the chicken

The marinade is enough for about 2 whole chickens quartered or about 8 large boneless skinless chicken breasts.

Ingredients:

1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup coarsely chopped garlic
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh oregano leaves
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsp fresh orange juice
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp sherry vinegar or Balsamic vinegar
2 tsp ancho powder

Preparation:

1) Combine all ingredients in a bowl - mix until thoroughly combined

2) Place chicken and marinade in covered container or "ziplock" plastic bag in refrigerator

3) Marinate chicken for 6 hours or more

4) Grill via indirect heat until chicken is done