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Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken

Bright, simple grilled chicken marinated in lemon and herbs for a quick weeknight meal.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice about 2–3 lemons
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper plus more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 pound chicken breasts or chicken breast tenders
  • chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, crushed garlic (or garlic powder), onion powder, olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning until combined.
  • If using whole chicken breasts, place them between plastic wrap and gently pound with a rolling pin or meat mallet to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
  • Place the chicken in the bowl or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it, turning to coat evenly. Let the chicken marinate for 15–30 minutes.
  • Preheat your grill or griddle to medium-high and lightly oil the cooking surface.
  • Grill the chicken, turning once, until cooked through and no longer pink in the center (about 4–7 minutes per side, depending on thickness) and juices run clear.
  • Transfer the chicken to a plate, let rest briefly, then garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm or at room temperature.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring cup
  • rolling pin or meat mallet
  • grill or griddle
  • Tongs
  • Plate or tray

Notes

  • Marinate for at least 15 minutes for better flavor.
  • Pound breasts thin for even cooking.
  • Use tongs to flip to avoid piercing the meat.
  • Adjust salt and pepper to taste after cooking.