Main dishes

Simple Summer Marinated Chicken

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kraft

Chicken pieces marinated in prepared Italian salad dressing are grilled to flavorful, juicy perfection. Serve at any summer gathering.

time

prep:

10 min

total:

3 hr 50 min

servings

total:

5 servings

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What You Need

env. GOOD SEASONS Zesty Italian Dressing Mix

broiler-fryer chicken (3-1/2 lb.), cut up

Make It

PREPARE salad dressing as directed on envelope. Pour over chicken in shallow dish or resealable plastic bag; turn over chicken to evenly coat both sides. Cover dish or seal bag.

REFRIGERATE several hours or overnight to marinate. Drain chicken; discard marinade.

PREHEAT greased grill to medium-high heat. Place chicken on grate of grill; cover grill with lid. Grill 35 to 40 min. or until chicken is cooked through, turning occasionally.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Serving Suggestion

Serve with grilled vegetables and a whole grain roll.

Substitute

Use marinade over boneless chicken, beef, fish or vegetables. Suggested marinating times: Chicken (boneless) - 1 hour to overnight; Beef - 4 hours to overnight; Fish or Vegetables - 30 minutes to 1 hour. For food safety reasons, do not marinate meat and vegetables together. Always discard dressing after marinating any kind of meat, chicken or fish.

Variations

Italian Marinade: Mix 1 envelope GOOD SEASONS Italian Dressing Mix, 1/3 cup oil, 1/3 cup dry white wine and 2 Tbsp. lemon juice. Citrus Marinade: Mix 1 envelope GOOD SEASONS Italian Dressing Mix, 1/3 cup oil and 1/3 cup orange juice.