Lemon Garlic Chicken
Tender chicken breasts marinated in a zesty mix of lemon juice and garlic, creating a dish that bursts with flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 44 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 lemons (juiced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Create the Marinade: In a bowl, mix lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano to create a marinade.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken breasts in the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill or Oven: Preheat the grill or oven to medium heat.
- Prepare the Chicken for Cooking: Remove chicken from the marinade and discard the leftover marinade.
- Cook the Chicken: Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and juices run clear.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Can be served alongside a crisp salad, roasted vegetables, or lemon-infused rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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