Lemon Herb Chicken
A simple yet impressive dish bursting with zesty brightness from fresh lemon juice and aromatic herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 44 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 lemons (juiced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Zesty Marinade: In a bowl, mix together the juice of the two lemons, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the marinade, making sure they’re well-coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat the Grill or Skillet: Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the Chicken to Perfection: Add the marinated chicken breasts to the grill or skillet. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
- Rest the Chicken: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Pairs beautifully with Greek salad, quinoa, or grilled vegetables. Squeeze some fresh lemon juice before serving for extra freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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