Grilled Lemon Chicken
A zesty and flavorful grilled lemon chicken recipe that’s perfect for any gathering or family dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 44 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 lemons (juice and zest)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the Marinade: In a bowl, mix lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Marinate the chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken breasts on the grill. Grill for 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Serve with Fresh Lemon Wedges: Remove chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes, then serve with fresh lemon wedges.
Notes
For a more intense flavor, consider marinating the chicken overnight. If you don’t have a grill, you can bake the chicken at 375°F for about 25-30 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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