Description
Lemon and Herb Chicken is a vibrant dish that features succulent chicken breasts marinated in a zesty blend of fresh lemon juice and aromatic herbs. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for grilling, baking, or pan-searing, making it a versatile choice for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. The result is juicy, flavorful chicken that will impress your guests while bringing a burst of sunshine to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (for sauce)
- 1 tbsp honey (for sauce)
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken breasts with paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat or the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- While cooking, whisk together soy sauce and honey for the sauce.
- Serve the chicken drizzled with the sauce and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 95mg