Lemon Garlic Grilled Chicken Breast

Ingredients

• 4 Chicken breast (boneless and skinless)
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)

Steps

1. 1

   In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.

2. 2

   Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag (like a Ziploc) or a shallow dish.

3. 3

   Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours).

4. 4

   Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.

5. 5

   Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the remaining liquid.

6. 6

   Grill the chicken for about 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F) and the exterior is nicely browned.

7. 7

   Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

8. 8

   Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For even more tender chicken, you can lightly pound the chicken breasts with a meat mallet to even out the thickness before marinating. Do not marinate for longer than 4 hours, as the lemon acid can start to 'cook' the meat and change the texture.

Nutrition per serving

• main course
• chicken
• grilled
• healthy
• low carb
• gluten-free
• quick dinner