Description
A flavorful grilled chicken recipe featuring lemon and fresh herbs, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Zest and juice of 2 lemons
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over the chicken and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high.
- Grill the Chicken: Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Rest and Serve: Remove chicken from the grill, let it rest for 5 minutes, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For the best flavor, marinate longer than 15 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked properly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: grilled chicken, lemon herb chicken, summer recipes, easy grilling, chicken marinade