Description
This Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken recipe is bursting with fresh flavors, perfect for a light and delicious meal. The combination of lemon, herbs, and garlic creates a marinade that infuses the chicken with incredible taste. Grilled to perfection, this dish is a must-try for any barbecue or summer gathering.
Ingredients
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For the Marinade:
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, about 4 breasts, trimmed of excess fat
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup white wine vinegar (red wine vinegar can also be used)
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh mint
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 – 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 lemons, one sliced, one cut into wedges (optional)
- Additional fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare chicken: Top cutting board with wax paper and place a chicken breast on top. Cover with another piece of wax paper and use a meat mallet to pound chicken to about 1 inch thick. Repeat with remaining chicken breasts.
- Marinate the chicken: In a resealable bag, combine lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, herbs, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Add chicken, seal bag, and massage marinade into the chicken. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat grill to MED/MED HIGH heat. Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked to 165°F. Char lemon slices if desired.
- Serve: Rest chicken, then top with lemon juice and parsley.
Notes
- Calorie count listed is for one serving (one chicken breast) but may be lower due to olive oil not all being consumed.
- For stovetop cooking, follow instructions and cook chicken in a grill pan or skillet.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
