Description
A delightful dish that combines the tangy flavor of lemons with tender, juicy chicken, filled with Mediterranean herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 2 lemons
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Whisk the ingredients together until well mixed.
- Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring that each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 4 to 6 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the grill or oven: If grilling, preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If baking, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook the chicken: For grilling, remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Grill for about 6 to 7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). For baking, place the marinated chicken on a greased baking sheet and bake for approximately 25 to 30 minutes.
- Rest the chicken: Once cooked, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to retain the juices.
- Garnish and serve: Slice the chicken, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve with additional lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for better taste. Avoid over-marinating and check for doneness with a meat thermometer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken, Greek, lemon, Mediterranean, grilling, healthy dinner