Mediterranean Grilled Chicken
A flavorful grilled chicken dish infused with garlic, lemon, and aromatic herbs, perfect for summer evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or bowl, pour the marinade over the chicken, and let it marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove Chicken from Marinade: Once marinated, remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the leftover marinade.
- Grill the Chicken: Place the chicken on the grill, cooking each side for 6-7 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let It Rest: After grilling, remove the chicken and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve.
Notes
Leftover grilled chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg