Description
Experience the sunshine in every bite of Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken. This zesty dish combines juicy, marinated chicken breasts with fresh herbs and bright lemon juice, making it perfect for summer barbecues or cozy dinners. Simple to prepare yet bursting with flavor, it’s sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup mixed fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, rosemary), chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing or serving whole with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 ounces)
- Calories: 284
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider swapping lemon for lime or incorporating your favorite herbs like rosemary or oregano. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days and reheat gently in the oven.