Description
Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken is a bright and flavorful dish perfect for summer dining. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in zesty lemon juice, aromatic herbs, and garlic, then grilled to perfection. This easy-to-make recipe not only impresses guests but also elevates any weeknight dinner. Serve with fresh salads or grilled veggies for a complete meal bursting with summer flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 large fresh lemons (juice only)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and honey.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F or 190°C).
- Grill marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with additional lemon wedges and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. - Substitute lemon with lime or use different herbs like cilantro. - This marinade works well with fish or tofu as alternative proteins.