Grilled Lemon Chicken
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5.0
3,180 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Marinating Time
30 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
216 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Grilled Lemon Chicken
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Grilled lemon chicken is a tender, juicy and savory grilling recipe that is perfect for summer. It's light, healthy and beaming with Mediterranean flavor!
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Ingredients
- 6 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice plus the zest for the lemons
- 2 teaspoons oregano
- 4 garlic cloves pressed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- parsley or cilantro for serving
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry and pound chicken if some parts are too thick. Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper in a bowl or resealable freezer bag. Add chicken and toss well to combine. Marinate for at least 30 minute
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium high heat. Place chicken on the grill for 5-7 minutes. Use tongs to flip over and cook until juices run dry, approximately 5-7 more minutes. Discard extra marinade
- Remove chicken from the grill. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges and vegetables, if desired.
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Notes
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last up to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
216kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
72mg
(24%)
Sodium
326mg
(14%)
Potassium
445mg
(13%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
45IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
5.9mg
(7%)
Calcium
20mg
(2%)
Iron
0.8mg
(4%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 216 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 216kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 326mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 445mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 45IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 5.9mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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