Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Recipe

Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Recipe

Servings

4

servingsPrep time

10 minutes (plus 30 minutes marinating time)

minutesCooking time

15

minutesCalories

280

kcal

This Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken is the perfect healthy and flavorful dish for any occasion. Marinated in fresh lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, the chicken is grilled to perfection, resulting in juicy, tender meat with a zesty and aromatic flavor. It’s a quick and easy recipe that’s great for family dinners or summer barbecues!

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• Juice of 2 lemons

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 teaspoons dried oregano (or fresh)

• Fresh parsley or thyme for garnish

• Lemon slices (for serving)

• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

• In a bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.

• Place the chicken breasts in the marinade and let them sit for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for extra flavor).

  

• Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown.

• Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

  

• Serve the chicken with fresh herbs and lemon slices for garnish.

Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Recipe

NOTE:)

• For extra flavor, add a pinch of chili flakes to the marinade. You can also use the same marinade for grilling shrimp or vegetables for a complete meal!