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This Italian Grilled Herb Lemon Chicken Breast is marinated in bright lemon juice, garlic, and fresh Italian herbs, then grilled until beautifully charred and juicy. Light, protein-packed, and full of Mediterranean flavor, it's a clean-eating staple that never feels boring.
Prep Time
15 min
Per serving
240kcal
Calories
38g
Protein
2
Cook Time
15 min
Servings
4 people
Difficulty
easy
Carbs
9g
Fat
1g
Sugar
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Butterfly or pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness so they cook uniformly, then place them in a shallow dish or resealable bag.
In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, basil, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.
Pour the marinade over the chicken, turning to coat evenly, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours for deeper flavor).
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and grill for 5-7 minutes per side, until nicely charred with visible grill marks.
Check doneness with a meat thermometer - it should read 74°C (165°F) at the thickest part.
Rest the chicken for 5 minutes, then slice and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges before serving.
Pound for Even Cooking: Chicken breasts vary in thickness, so pounding them to an even level ensures they cook through at the same rate without drying out the thin ends. Don't Overmarinate: More than 4 hours in an acidic lemon marinade can start to break down the texture, making the chicken mushy rather than tender. Let It Rest: A short rest after grilling keeps the juices locked in when you slice into the chicken.
30 minutes is enough to add flavor, but avoid going beyond 4 hours since the acid in lemon juice can start to make the chicken texture mushy.
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