Simple Grilled Chicken Recipe

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5.0

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    20 mins

  • Servings

    4 chicken breasts

  • Calories

    269 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Simple Grilled Chicken Recipe

This Simple Grilled Chicken Recipe has a lemon, garlic, and herb marinade that makes for the absolute best grilled chicken. You'll make this recipe again and again!

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Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3-4 cloves minced garlic 
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
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Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, basil, oregano, salt, pepper, and garlic.
  2. Place chicken breasts into a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over chicken.
  3. Marinate in the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours.
  4. Heat an outdoor grill over medium-high heat, about 400 degrees.
  5. Grill chicken for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
  6. Remove from grill and let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 269kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 72mg (24%) Sodium 423mg (18%) Potassium 501mg (14%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 35IU (1%) Vitamin C 30.7mg (34%) Calcium 37mg (4%) Iron 1.2mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4chicken breasts

Amount Per Serving

Calories 269 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 269kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 24g 48%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 72mg 24%
Sodium 423mg 18%
Potassium 501mg 11%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 35IU 1%
Vitamin C 30.7mg 34%
Calcium 37mg 4%
Iron 1.2mg 7%

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

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