If you are looking for a delightful and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer cookout or a cozy dinner party, grilled chicken with Dijon and Meyer lemon is an excellent choice. This dish combines the succulent taste of grilled chicken with a zesty and aromatic marinade made from Dijon mustard, Meyer lemon, and a blend of herbs. Once grilled to perfection, the chicken is tender and juicy, with a crispy skin and a slightly charred flavor. The Dijon mustard and Meyer lemon marinade infuses the chicken with a tangy and slightly sweet taste, while the herbs add a touch of freshness and complexity. Serve the grilled chicken with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
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GRILLED LEMON CHICKEN
Good tasting marinade for chicken. Quick and easy.
Provided by KRCTLC
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a bowl, mix the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, red bell pepper, salt, and pepper. Set aside 1/4 cup of the mixture to use for basting. Place chicken in the bowl, and marinate at least 20 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat grill for high heat.
- Lightly oil grill grate. Drain and discard marinade from the bowl, and place chicken on the grill. Cook 6 to 8 minutes on each side, until juices run clear, basting occasionally with the reserved marinade.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3.7 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 27.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 462.3 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
GRILLED LEMON DIJON CHICKEN
Found this recipe on a low carb website. While I don't do low carb, I'm always searching for new recipes to try. Preparation times does not include marination time.
Provided by LARavenscroft
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a food processor, combine all ingredients except oil, salt, pepper, and chicken.
- Process until the ingredients are finely chopped.
- Drizzle in the oil and run until the mixture is fluid.
- Add salt and pepper, to taste.
- Wash chicken and pat dry with paper towels.
- Place chicken in a ziploc bag.
- Add marinade and seal bag and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
- Preheat range top grill or outdoor grill.
- Grill for 7 minutes per side until juices are clear and internal temperature is 170 degrees.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328, Fat 22.1, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 206.4, Carbohydrate 3.8, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.7, Protein 28.1
GRILLED GARLIC, ROSEMARY AND LEMON DIJON CHICKEN BREASTS
This is a recipe my husband has used for years. He was a chef for 15 years and although it is very simple to prepare and make, it's really delicious. We don't usually measure everything out exactly as given in this recipe, but this just gives you an idea of about how much you'll want for the marinade.
Provided by DEJackel
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 35m
Yield 4-5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine and mix the rosemary, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, vinegars and mustard.
- Put the chicken breasts in a 9 x 13 glass pan (or whatever works).
- Poor the marinade all over the chicken (cover top and bottom).
- Let the chicken marinade in the mixture for 2 - 3 hours.
- Grill/barbecue the chicken and serve!
LEMON-DIJON CHICKEN
Very flavorful baked chicken.
Provided by GOMERSGIRL5
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Whole Chicken Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Squeeze 3 tablespoons juice from lemons; reserve squeezed lemon halves. Combine the lemon juice, parsley, mustard, garlic, oil, rosemary, pepper, and salt in a small bowl; blend well.
- Toss the potatoes with 2 tablespoons of the parsley mixture in a large bowl. Reserve. Gently slide fingers between the skin and meat of the chicken to loosen skin. Spoon parsley mixture between skin and meat. Secure breast skin with toothpicks, if necessary. Place lemon halves in the cavity of chicken. Place chicken on a rack in a roasting pan.
- Bake chicken in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Arrange potatoes around the chicken; bake until chicken juices run clear, about 1 additional hour. Allow chicken to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 638 calories, Carbohydrate 27.2 g, Cholesterol 169.7 mg, Fat 32.5 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 56.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 651.7 mg, Sugar 2 g
GRILLED CHICKEN WITH DIJON AND MEYER LEMON
Steps:
- Combine the lemon juice, zest, mustard, rosemary and crushed red pepper in a small bowl. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the mustard mixture to loosen it. Paint this mixture generously all over the chicken and let sit for up to 2 hours at room temperature or overnight in the refrigerator. If you have any of the mustard mixture left over, save it for repainting while the chicken is cooking. Preheat the grill to medium (you want the chicken to cook on the grill as long as possible without burning to develop lovely crispy, tasty, tangy skin). Place the chicken on the grill skin side down and cook for 5 to 6 minutes. If the chicken flares up, move it to a cooler part of the grill; you don't want sooty film on the chicken (it won't taste good). Once the chicken has started to brown and crisp, it's a good idea to close the grill to allow the heat to cook the chicken from all directions. You want to cook the chicken skin side down for a total of 10 to 12 minutes, then turn it over and cook it for another 10 to 12 minutes. If you're using a grill pan, you can transfer the chicken to a 375 degree F oven when it's ready to flip so it can finish cooking. If there is leftover mustard mixture, use it to paint the skin of the chicken on the second side. The chicken is done when an instant-read thermometer registers 165 degrees F. When the chicken is nearly done, place the lemon halves on the grill cut side down and leave them alone until brown and caramelized, 5 to 6 minutes. (These will smell great while they're grilling!) Remove the chicken from the heat and serve with the grilled lemon for extra lemony goodness. Cook's Note: During the cooking time it is a great idea to close the grill to allow the heat to cook from all directions. If grilling indoors, the chicken can be transferred to a preheated 375 degree F oven to finish cooking once the grill marks have been established.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh Meyer lemons. If you can't find Meyer lemons, you can substitute regular lemons, but the flavor will be slightly more tart.
- Be sure to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight. This will help the chicken to absorb the flavors of the marinade and cook evenly.
- Cook the chicken over medium-high heat. This will help to sear the chicken and prevent it from sticking to the grill.
- Baste the chicken with the marinade while it is cooking. This will help to keep the chicken moist and flavorful.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and flavorful.
Conclusion:
Grilled chicken with Dijon and Meyer lemon is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The marinade is simple to make and the chicken cooks quickly, making this a great recipe for a weeknight meal. The combination of Dijon mustard, Meyer lemon, and herbs gives the chicken a bright and flavorful taste that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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