Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Breast

Boost your grilling game with our Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Breast. This recipe takes the humble chicken breast and transforms it into a culinary delight, infused with the bright flavors of lemon and aromatic herbs.

The result is a dish that’s both healthy and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired taste. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue, this chicken is versatile enough to pair with a variety of sides.

Its light, fresh flavors make it an ideal choice for warm summer evenings, but it’s equally delicious year-round.

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Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Breast

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Mediterranean

Keyword Chicken Breast, Herbs

Prep Time 2 hours hours 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 12 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 220kcal

Ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Juice of 2 lemons
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme chopped
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

• In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
• Add chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they’re well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
• Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
• Remove chicken from marinade and discard remaining marinade.
• Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
• Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
• Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

Estimated Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 35g
• Carbohydrates: 2g
• Fat: 8g
• Fiber: 0g

Cooking Tips:

• For juicier chicken, pound the breasts to an even thickness before marinating.
• If you don’t have a grill, you can use a grill pan on the stovetop.

Extra Equipment Needed:

Grill or grill pan

Possible Substitutions:

• Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a more flavorful option.
• Substitute dried herbs if fresh are not available (use 1 tsp dried for each tbsp fresh).
• For a dairy-free option, add a tbsp. of Dijon mustard to the marinade for extra flavor.