Description
Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken is a refreshing and flavorful dish that brightens up any meal. This easy-to-make recipe features succulent chicken breasts marinated in a zesty blend of fresh lemon juice and aromatic herbs, creating a perfect balance of taste and tenderness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, parsley, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken to the marinade and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight for deeper flavor).
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F). Lightly oil grates to prevent sticking.
- Grill chicken for 6–7 minutes on each side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg