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These Grilled Lemon Garlic Chicken breasts are so easy to make, tender, juicy, and full of lemony flavor. Grilled with some zucchini and takes just 30 minutes of your time.
Why this chicken recipe is so good
- Simple and easy: this chicken recipe is so easy and simple to put together and make. Takes just about 30 make. You can even marinate the chicken the night before too!
- Healthy: Perfectly clean and healthy chicken recipe made with just a handful of healthy ingredients. Low in carbs and fats, loaded with fiber and protein.
- Delicious: tender and juicy chicken loaded with flavor. The combination of garlic and lemons pairs so well with the chicken.
Ingredients you will need
How to make this grilled chicken
- Marinade the chicken: In a small mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken breast to a Ziploc bag and pour over the lemony marinade; seal the bag and gently press the marinade around the chicken to evenly coat. Refrigerate and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare zucchini: Meanwhile thoroughly wash the zucchini and pat the excess moisture with a paper towel. Using a sharp knife cut off the ends. Now simply, make diagonal cuts across the zucchini to get 1/2 inch-thick pieces.
- Get the grill ready: Spray the grill with some cooking spray and preheat to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it onto the preheated grill along with zucchini slices.
- Grill the chicken: Grill the chicken breast for 6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer inserted reads 165F. Zucchini will cook pretty fast, it should take no longer than 5 minutes to get nicely charred and tender. Once done, remove from the grill and serve hot.
FAQ’s and tips
- Use lemon or lime. Use fresh lemons instead of lemons in a jar or bottle for better flavor.
- Other oils to use: avocado oil or grapeseed oil
- Consider marinating the chicken the night before to save on prep time if needed.
- We used zucchini, but you can use any other veggies
- Place leftovers in a container and store in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave when ready to eat. You can freeze for up to 3 months.
What does lemon juice do to chicken
Lemon pairs well with chicken and makes your meal very flavorful especially when paired with black peppers, garlic, parsley, or cilantro. The reason why lemons are used in chicken marinades is to tenderize it. You end up with really juicy and tender grilled chicken.
Does lemon juice kill bacteria on chicken
Lemon juice does not kill bacteria in your chicken so please make sure you cook your chicken through to prevent any foodborne illness. It is recommended to cook the chicken at an internal temperature of 165-170 °F.
Is grilled chicken good for you
Grilling or baking your chicken is one of the healthier ways of preparing your chicken. Chicken breasts are the leanest parts of the chicken that’s low in fat and high in protein. It is best to grill or bake your chicken as opposed to frying it for a much healthier option.
What you can pair this grilled chicken with
- Crispy Cheesy Baked Broccoli
- Sweet Potato Wedges
- Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
- Roasted Pepper Hummus
- Garlic Cauliflower Mash
- Cheesy Creamed Corn
Other simple and easy chicken recipes
- Buffalo Chicken Salad
- Mediterranean Chicken
- Pineapple Chicken Kabobs
- Grilled Chicken with Mango Avocado Salsa
- Chicken Caesar Wrap
- Easy Harvest Chicken Casserole
- Lemon Garlic Chicken Skillet With Asparagus
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Grilled Lemon Garlic Chicken and zucchini
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 6 6-ounce skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
- 2 large zucchini, sliced into 1/2 inch pieces on the diagonal
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Add chicken breast to a Ziploc bag and pour over the lemony marinade; seal the bag and gently press the marinade around the chicken to evenly coat. Refrigerate and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile thoroughly wash the zucchini and pat the excess moisture with a paper towel.
- Using a sharp knife cut off the ends. Now simply, make diagonal cuts across the zucchini to get 1/2 inch-thick pieces.
- Spray the grill with some cooking spray and preheat to medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it onto the preheated grill along with zucchini slices.
- Grill the chicken breast for 6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer inserted reads 165F. Zucchini will cook pretty fast, it should take no longer than 5 minutes to get nicely charred and tender.
- Once done, remove from the grill and serve hot.
Notes
- Use lemon or lime. Use fresh lemons instead of lemons in a jar or bottle for better flavor.
- Other oils to use: avocado oil or grapeseed oil
- We used zucchini, but you can use any other veggies
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
