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Grilled chicken breasts with charred grill marks, drizzled with sauce on a white plate, exuding a savory aroma.

Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken

Mandy Applegate
When the grill is fired up and the smell of herbs and citrus fills the air, you know something good is coming. This Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken is one of those simple Southern meals that always brings everyone to the table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Marinate Time (Passive) 30 minutes
Total Time 54 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 256 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 4 skinless chicken breasts​ boneless
  • 1/4 cup olive oil​ extra-virgin
  • 1 juice of lemon​
  • 1 lemon zest
  • 3 cloves garlic minced​
  • 1 teaspoon oregano​ dried
  • 1 teaspoon thyme​ dried
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt​
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper​ freshly ground

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  • Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag or cover the dish and place it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
  • Set your grill to medium-high heat and let it warm up while the chicken marinates.
  • Take the chicken out of the marinade and place it on the grill. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes. This helps the juices stay in the meat.
  • Slice or serve it whole with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 chicken breastCalories: 256kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 24gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 423mgPotassium: 447mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 54IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg

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