Lemon Garlic Chicken
A simple yet elegant dish bringing vibrant flavors of lemon and garlic to your table, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 lemon, sliced for garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano in a bowl until well combined.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over the top, coating each piece evenly.
- Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best flavors).
- Preheat your grill or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard any leftover marinade.
- Grill or bake the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Garnish with lemon slices and chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For stronger lemon flavor, add lemon zest to the marinade. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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