Transform Your Weeknight Dinners with This Easy Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken

Introduction ✨

This easy Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Breast recipe is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a healthy, high-protein meal. It’s seasoned with fresh lemon and herbs for a light yet flavorful dish that’s ideal for meal prep or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients for chicken herb breast recipe 🛒

Fresh raw chicken breasts seasoned with herbs, garlic, and lemon, displayed on a wooden board with thyme, garlic cloves, sea salt, and whole lemons – perfect ingredients for a healthy grilled lemon herb chicken recipe

  1. 4 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  2. 3 Tablespoons olive oil
  3. Juice of 2 lemons (about 1/4 cup)
  4. 3 Cloves garlic, minced
  5. 1 Tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  6. 1 Tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  7. Salt and pepper to taste
  8. Lemon slices and fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions 👩‍🍳🔥

Step 1: Prepare the Marinade 🥣

  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  • This marinade is key for moist and tender chicken.

Step 2: Marinate the Chicken 🥶

  • Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish or zip-top bag.
  • Pour marinade over the chicken and coat well.
  • Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).

Step 3: Grill the Chicken🔥

  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  • Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F/75°C).

Step 4: Serve 🍽️

  • Let chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  • Garnish with lemon slices and fresh herbs.
  • Serve with veggies or a light salad.

Pro Tips 💡

How to Grill Moist Chicken 🌡️
Use a meat thermometer to reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
Extra Flavor 🌿
Double the marinade recipe and use it for basting.