Description
Juicy, flavorful grilled chicken breasts marinated with lemon, garlic, and herbs. Perfect for quick dinners, meal prep, or adding to wraps, salads, or grain bowls.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1¾ pounds / 800 g total)
- ¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) fresh lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or balsamic vinegar (optional)
- Fresh chopped parsley or basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry. Lightly drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano (and optional soy or balsamic).
- Combine lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and optional ingredients to make the marinade. Marinate chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes in the fridge (up to several hours).
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 5–7 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165 °F (74 °C).
- Transfer grilled chicken to a plate, tent with foil, and let rest 5 minutes.
- Slice against the grain and serve, garnished with herbs if desired.
Notes
- Swap lemon for lime juice and add chili powder for a spicy twist.
- Try a yogurt-based marinade for extra tender chicken.
- Double the recipe for meal prep—sliced grilled chicken is great in wraps and salads.
- Serve with roasted vegetables, grains, or dipping sauces like tzatziki for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
