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Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken

Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken: Bright, Zesty Flavor You’ll Love

This Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken brings a burst of freshness with tangy lemon and aromatic herbs, perfect for a healthy meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1.5-2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs or breasts as an alternative
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 2 pieces Juice of Lemons fresh is best
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest use microplane for fine zest
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic or pre-minced/garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme or adjust dried herbs to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary or adjust dried herbs to taste
  • Salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste
For Cooking
  • Grill or Grill Pan no additional ingredients needed

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Medium bowl
  • whisk
  • Shallow Dish or Resealable Plastic Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Place chicken thighs in a shallow dish or resealable bag. Pour marinade over chicken, ensuring it's well coated. Seal and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, ideally 1-2 hours.
  3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Lightly coat grill pan with oil if using.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade. Discard remaining marinade. Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden-brown and cooked to an internal temperature of at least 165°F.
  5. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm, garnished with extra lemon slices or fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

The chicken pairs well with sides like grilled veggies or quinoa for a complete meal. Customize your marinade with different herbs or spice it up with chili flakes.

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