Description
Garlic, Lemon, and Herb Grilled Chicken Breasts is a must-try dish for summer cookouts or quick weeknight dinners. This recipe combines juicy chicken breasts with a vibrant marinade of fresh lemon juice, garlic, and aromatic herbs. The result is a flavorful and tender chicken that will impress your family and guests alike. With minimal prep time of just 25 minutes and a marinating period of 5-8 hours, you can easily prepare this dish ahead of time. Whether served hot off the grill or repurposed in salads and wraps, this recipe is versatile and healthy, making it perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Spike Seasoning (or all-purpose seasoning)
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Trim visible fat from chicken breasts to ensure even cooking.
- Make shallow slits on each breast for better marinade absorption.
- Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, spices, and herbs in a bowl for the marinade.
- Place chicken in a Ziploc bag, pour marinade over it, seal tightly, and refrigerate for 5-8 hours.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Drain the marinade; grill chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg