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Three juicy lemon herb grilled chicken breasts with char marks and visible herbs on a white plate.

Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken

A simple and flavorful grilled chicken recipe with lemon and herbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Marinating Time 10 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 6 ounces each
For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is fully coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes, or up to 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade and discard the marinade. Place chicken on the preheated grill.
  5. Grill for 5-6 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Remove chicken from grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve with your favorite side dishes such as grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.

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