Can I Make the Marinade Ahead of Time?
Since this marinade is super easy to make, you don’t really need to prepare it ahead of time.
But if you want to get a head start, our suggestion is to mix the marinade and add the chicken pieces right awaythen keep it in the fridge until you’re ready to cook. That way, your chicken is already marinating and full of flavor.
Of course, you can also just prepare the marinade on its own and store it in a jar in the fridge for up to 2 days. Just give it a quick stir before using.
Just don’t reuse any marinade that’s already touched raw chicken. Always discard the leftovers.
Can I Freeze Chicken with Turkish Marinade?
We usually make and enjoy this marinade fresh, and that’s what we recommend, since it’s so quick and easy to put together.
But if you want to freeze it, yes, that’s totally possible. Just place the chicken with marinade in a freezer-safe bag or container, seal it well, and freeze for up to 2 months.
When you’re ready to use it, let it thaw in the fridge overnight.
Don’t worry if the marinade looks a bit split or curdled after thawing, that’s just the yogurt separating a little, and it won’t affect the flavor or texture once cooked.