Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken
This Lemon Pepper Chicken has a tangy lemon flavor that pairs beautifully with pepper and garlic to deliver just the right amount of punch. Pair this recipe with a simple side salad for the perfect summer meal!
Servings 6
Calories 215kcal
Ingredients
- 24 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast
- ¼ cup olive oil or avocado oil
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl or blender combine the marinade ingredients. Mix until thoroughly combined.¼ cup olive oil or avocado oil, ¼ cup lemon juice, 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon sea salt, 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- Place the chicken in a shallow dish or large zip-top bag.24 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast
- Add all but 1 tablespoon of the marinade, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours.
- Heat a grill to medium heat. (About 350 degrees F.)
- Oil the grate and then add chicken.
- Grill covered for 7 minutes.
- Flip and brush with the reserved marinade.
- Cook for about 7 minutes more, until an instant-read thermometer, registers 160 degrees.
- Transfer to a clean plate and allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 215kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 548mg | Potassium: 430mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 54IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg