Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Breast
Tender grilled chicken marinated in lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs
35m
Total
280
Calories
42g
Protein
4
Servings
Nutrition Information
4g
Carbs
1g
Fiber
3g
Net Carbs
10g
Fat
Ingredients
- 4 (6oz each) Chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
- 1/4 cup Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil (extra virgin)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp Fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 2 tbsp Fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper to create the marinade
- 2
Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag
- 3
Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well coated
- 4
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor
- 5
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375-400°F)
- 6
Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess (discard remaining marinade)
- 7
Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking
- 8
Place chicken breasts on the grill and close the lid
- 9
Grill for 6-7 minutes on the first side without moving
- 10
Flip the chicken and grill for another 6-7 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F
- 11
Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing
- 12
Serve hot with your choice of vegetables or salad
💡 Tips
- •Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature
- •Don't overcook or chicken will be dry - remove from heat as soon as it reaches temperature
- •Pound chicken to even thickness for uniform cooking
- •Let chicken rest after cooking to retain juices
