Description
A delightful Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Breast recipe, perfect for cozy dinners and gatherings, flavored with zesty lemon and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, or parsley)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and lemon juice.
- Coat the chicken breasts evenly with the mixture.
- For grilling: Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- For baking: Place the chicken in a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Serve each piece with a sprinkle of fresh herbs on top.
Notes
Marinate the chicken for a few hours if time allows for deeper flavor. For variations, consider adding feta cheese, red pepper flakes, or serve with a creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 70mg