Description
Grilled lemon chicken is a tantalizing dish that combines juicy, tender chicken with bright citrus flavors, making it a perfect choice for summer barbecues or family dinners. This recipe features a zesty marinade of lemon juice, garlic, and oregano, infusing the chicken with refreshing Mediterranean taste. It’s not only delicious but also a healthy option, low in carbs and high in protein, ideal for meal prep or light weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (plus zest)
- 2 teaspoons oregano
- 4 garlic cloves (pressed)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley or cilantro (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and pound to an even thickness if needed. In a bowl or resealable bag, mix olive oil, lemon juice, zest, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Discard leftover marinade.
- Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes. Garnish with parsley or cilantro and serve with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 339
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 95mg