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Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Marinade: A Flavor Boost!

A flavorful marinade for grilled chicken that combines lemon, herbs, and spices for a delicious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 24 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice about 2 lemons
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
  3. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for more flavor.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  5. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  6. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  7. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 36gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For added flavor, try marinating the chicken overnight.
  • You can substitute the lemon juice with lime juice for a different citrus twist.
  • If you prefer a spicier kick, add 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the marinade.

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