Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Marinate time

    1 hr

  • Total Time

    1 hr 20 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    245 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken

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Marinate chicken breasts in an easy lemon pepper marinade to create a flavorful chicken to serve with your favorite side dishes!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 - 1/2 pounds)
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper plus more to season
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to season
  • 2 lemons juiced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from the lemons used for juicing above)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season with salt and pepper. Place the chicken in a large plastic zipper bag and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, lemon zest, 1 tablespoon black pepper, garlic powder, thyme and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Whisk well, then add the mixture to the bag with the chicken, massaging to coat.
  3. Refrigerate the chicken for at last 1 hour, up to overnight.
  4. When ready to cook, preheat a grill to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, greasing the grill grate if necessary.
  5. Grill the chicken breasts for 6 to 8 minute per side, until the internal temperature is 165 degrees Fahrenheit and the juices run clear. Allow the chicken to rest on a cutting board for at least 10 minuets prior to serving. Serve with your favorite sides.

Notes

  • Storing: Store leftovers by tightly wrapping in plastic wrap or placing in an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a pan, oven or microwave until warmed through.
  • Store leftovers by tightly wrapping in plastic wrap or placing in an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a pan, oven or microwave until warmed through.
  • Freezing: Freeze grilled chicken by tightly wrapping it in plastic wrap and then placing it in a freezer-safe bag or container. Remove as much air from the bag as possible before sealing. Freeze for up to 4 months. Thaw completely before reheating.
  • Freeze grilled chicken by tightly wrapping it in plastic wrap and then placing it in a freezer-safe bag or container. Remove as much air from the bag as possible before sealing. Freeze for up to 4 months. Thaw completely before reheating.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 245kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 25g (50%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 9g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 73mg (24%) Sodium 424mg (18%) Potassium 527mg (15%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 60IU (1%) Vitamin C 32mg (36%) Calcium 32mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 245 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 245kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 25g 50%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 9g 45%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 73mg 24%
Sodium 424mg 18%
Potassium 527mg 11%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 60IU 1%
Vitamin C 32mg 36%
Calcium 32mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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