Description
A bright and zesty lemon garlic chicken recipe that is easy to make and ensures juicy, flavorful results.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Lemon slices for garnish (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme in a bowl.
- Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or dish and pour the marinade over them. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
- Preheat the grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
- Grill or cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from heat, let rest for a few minutes, then garnish with lemon slices and fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
This recipe is forgiving; you can marinate for a bit longer without compromising texture. Use a meat thermometer for best results to avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken, lemon, garlic, easy dinner, grilling