Description
Garlic, Lemon, and Herb Grilled Chicken Breasts is the ultimate summer dish that promises to elevate your grilling game. This vibrant and zesty recipe combines marinated chicken breasts with a delightful blend of garlic, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for barbecues, family dinners, or meal prep, this dish is not only easy to whip up but also packs a punch of flavor that will impress any guest. Serve it alongside fresh salads, in wraps, or as a main course for weeknight dinners. With its juicy and tender texture, each bite of this grilled chicken will transport you to sunny summer days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh-squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Spike Seasoning (or all-purpose seasoning)
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Trim visible fat from the chicken breasts and score them lightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, Spike Seasoning, dried basil, oregano, onion powder, sage, and black pepper.
- Place the chicken in a Ziploc bag or container and pour the marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least 5–8 hours.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the marinade and drain.
- Grill each breast for 3–4 minutes on one side until marked; flip and cook for another 4–6 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest briefly before slicing and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg