Description
This grilled lemon herb chicken is a vibrant dish bursting with zesty flavors and fresh herbs, making it the perfect centerpiece for your Memorial Day celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 fresh lemons (juiced)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Coat chicken breasts thoroughly with the marinade and let them sit for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F). Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
- Grill the marinated chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm with fresh salad or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate overnight.
- Feel free to substitute herbs like rosemary or oregano based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg