Description
A zesty, tender grilled chicken recipe with a bright lemon-herb marinade. Perfectly charred on the outside and juicy on the inside, this dish is a summer staple and weeknight favorite.
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Pound chicken breasts to even 3/4-inch thickness
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper
Marinate chicken 30 minutes
Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F)
Grill 6-8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F
Let rest 5 minutes before serving
Notes
For even cooking, use an instant-read thermometer
Marinate up to 2 hours in refrigerator
Leftovers keep 3 days refrigerated
Pounding chicken ensures even doneness
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg