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Easy Lemon Chicken Marinade

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 pieces
Calories 250
This flavorful lemon chicken marinade is quick to prepare and perfect for grilling juicy, tangy chicken breasts.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 4 medium chicken breasts (pounded evenly to ½ inch thickness)
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • Zest of 2 lemons lemon zest
  • 0.25 cup lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Garnish

  • as needed lemon slices (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Whisk olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large resealable bag.
  • Add chicken breasts to the marinade, seal the bag, and refrigerate for 2-3 hours.
  • Let the chicken sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before grilling.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken 6-8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Remove chicken from grill, let rest for 10 minutes, then serve garnished with lemon slices.

Notes

Do not marinate longer than 3 hours to prevent the chicken from becoming tough.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, grill, Lemon