Grilled Lemon Chicken
A quick and easy Grilled Lemon Chicken recipe that transforms ordinary nights into memorable meals with zesty flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 lemons (juiced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Whisk the marinade in a bowl by combining olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano until well combined.
- Marinate the chicken by placing chicken breasts in a resealable bag and pouring marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Prepare the chicken for grilling by removing it from the marinade and allowing excess to drip off.
- Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Rest the chicken for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve alongside a Greek salad or grilled vegetables for a complete meal. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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