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Grilled Lemon Rosemary Chicken
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Grilled Lemon Rosemary Chicken

Fresh rosemary and lemon come together for a flavorful chicken breast recipe that is cooked on the grill.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Marinating Time30 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 253kcal
Author: Taylor Ellingson

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs)
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped rosemary
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Pound the chicken breasts to even thickness.
  • In a bowl, stir together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, rosemary, garlic, and salt.
  • Place chicken in a Tupperware container or a Ziplock baggie and then add the marinade. Stir well to combine.
  • Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours.
  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  • Grill the chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes on each side, depending on the size and thickness of the chicken breasts. Use a meat thermometer to ensure they are 165 degrees F.

Nutrition

Calories: 253kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 422mg | Potassium: 437mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 35IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg