Description
Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken is a flavorful and juicy dish that combines the zest of lemon with aromatic herbs, perfect for a summer barbecue or a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for more flavor.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and let any excess drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
- Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is nicely charred.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg