Description
This Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken recipe is a delightful and flavorful dish perfect for a summer barbecue. The chicken is marinated in a zesty blend of fresh herbs, lemon, and garlic, resulting in juicy and tender grilled chicken breasts that are bursting with citrus and herb flavors.
Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, rosemary, thyme, parsley, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish, pour the marinade over them, seal or cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 8 hours.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the marinade, discard any remaining liquid, and grill the chicken for 6–8 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with additional fresh herbs or lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
- This recipe also works well with chicken thighs.
- You can grill indoors using a grill pan or broil the chicken in the oven if needed.
- Serve with rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 grilled chicken breast
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
