Description
This Grilled Lemon Chicken recipe is a bright and flavorful dish featuring juicy boneless, skinless chicken breasts marinated in a zesty lemon-garlic mixture. Perfect for summertime barbecues or easy weeknight dinners, the chicken is grilled to perfection, resulting in tender, succulent meat with a tangy, savory crust. Marinating the chicken for at least two hours allows the flavors to deeply penetrate, ensuring every bite is full of fresh lemony goodness.
Ingredients
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Marinade
- 1 cup olive oil
- 2/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon dried minced onion (or freshly diced white onion)
Chicken
- 6 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and dried minced onion (or fresh diced onion). This mixture will infuse the chicken with bright and savory flavors.
- Marinate the chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, turning them to ensure they are fully coated. Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 8 hours, to allow the flavors to deeply penetrate the meat.
- Prepare the grill: Preheat your grill to medium heat, getting it ready for cooking the chicken evenly without burning.
- Grill the chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade and discard the leftover marinade to prevent flare-ups. Place the chicken breasts on the grill rack and cover with the lid. Grill the first side for about 7 minutes, then flip and grill the other side for another 7 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring the chicken is cooked through and juicy.
- Serve: Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving warm. Enjoy your tangy and savory grilled lemon chicken!
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours; longer marinating up to 8 hours will enhance flavor but avoid exceeding 8 hours to prevent texture breakdown.
- Using a meat thermometer is recommended to ensure the chicken is cooked safely to 165°F without overcooking.
- You can substitute dried minced onion with fresh onion for a stronger onion flavor.
- Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- If you don’t have a grill, you can cook the chicken under a broiler or on a stovetop grill pan, adjusting cooking times accordingly.
