Best 20 Lemon Grilled Chicken Recipes

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Lemon grilled chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or as part of a larger meal. The combination of zesty lemon and savory grilled chicken is sure to tantalize your taste buds. This dish is a great way to add some variety to your weeknight dinners or to impress your guests at a summer barbecue. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a truly memorable meal that everyone will love.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED LEMON-GARLIC CHICKEN



Grilled Lemon-Garlic Chicken image

This grilled lemon-garlic chicken recipe is easy to make and full of flavor. It is a family favorite. Nothing like a bottle from the store; 100 times better.

Provided by ReachtotheStars

Categories     BBQ & Grilling     Chicken

Time 2h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup olive oil
⅔ cup lemon juice
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips

Steps:

  • Combine oil, lemon juice, garlic, onion powder, pepper, and salt in a large, gallon-sized, zip-top bag. Seal and shake well. Add chicken and shake again. Place in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Place the chicken on the grill over indirect heat, baste with marinade, and cover. Grill for 10 minutes. Baste again, then turn over and baste the other side. Cover and continue to grill until no longer pink in the centers and juices run clear, about 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 626.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 56.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 350.3 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

ROSEMARY LEMON GRILLED CHICKEN



Rosemary Lemon Grilled Chicken image

This simple, sensational marinade and sauce for grilled chicken features lemon, garlic, rosemary, and butter. Separate the marinade into thirds: 1/3 for marinating, 1/3 for basting, 1/3 for topping.

Provided by ANGELLACHELLE

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 3h23m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup butter
½ cup fresh rosemary
3 cloves garlic
1 lemon, zested
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
6 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a food processor, thoroughly blend together the butter, rosemary, garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Pour 1/3 of blended mixture into a small bowl for marinade. Cover remaining mixture, and set aside.
  • Lightly season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Rub chicken breasts with the marinade mixture. Place chicken breasts on a platter, cover, and refrigerate 3 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate. Pour half of the reserved rosemary and lemon mixture into a bowl for basting. Cover remaining mixture, and set aside for topping cooked chicken.
  • Grill chicken breasts 4 minutes on each side, basting with rosemary and lemon basting mixture. Remove chicken breasts from grill, and top with small scoops of the remaining topping mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 139.5 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 39.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 220.7 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

LEMON AND THYME GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS



Lemon and Thyme Grilled Chicken Breasts image

These classic herb and lemon-seasoned chicken breasts will win over fans, especially when cooked over charcoal to give them the deepest, smokiest taste. For dark meat lovers, this recipe will also work with boneless, skinless thighs, though you might have to add a minute or so to the cooking time. Or use a combination of breasts and thighs and make everyone happy.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     barbecues, main course

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 (6-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped thyme leaves
4 garlic cloves, crushed and peeled
2 lemons, as needed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, more as needed
Torn basil or mint leaves, as needed

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts between two sheets of parchment or plastic wrap. Using a mallet or rolling pin, pound each to an even thickness of 1/2 inch. Do not make them any thinner or they could dry out.
  • Place chicken in a large bowl and toss with salt, pepper, thyme, garlic and the zest and juice of 1 lemon. Mix in olive oil. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours. Remove chicken from fridge while you heat the grill.
  • Light the grill, building a hot fire, or heat your gas grill to high. Once grill is fully heated, brush breasts lightly with olive oil and place chicken on the grill. Cook until undersides are browned and chicken is about halfway cooked, 3 to 5 minutes. Flip breasts and grill until cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes more.
  • Transfer chicken to a platter. Drizzle with oil and garnish with additional lemon juice, olive oil and basil or mint leaves.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 282, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 39 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 496 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

LEMON AND HERB MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS



Lemon and Herb Marinated Grilled Chicken Thighs image

Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Juice and zest of 4 lemons, plus 2 whole lemons
5 sprigs fresh rosemary, finely chopped
5 sprigs fresh sage, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, smashed and finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil
8 chicken thighs, trimmed of excess fat
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • In a small bowl combine the lemon juice and zest, chopped herbs, garlic, crushed red pepper, and 1/2 cup of olive oil. Whisk to combine.
  • Place the chicken thighs in a wide flat dish so they are in a single layer. Add the herb mixture. Massage the thighs to coat with the herb mixture. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Note: If doing a quick marinade, leave the chicken out of the fridge for up to 1 hour.
  • Preheat grill. Brush and oil the grill to clean.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and brush off any excess herbs and oil. Season the chicken generously with salt and drizzle with a little bit of fresh olive oil.
  • Cut the 2 whole lemons in half and cut the tips off the ends; this will allow the lemons to stand up without rolling around. Place the chicken, skin side down, on the preheated grill. Place the lemons, flesh side down, on the preheated grill. Grill the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes and then rotate the chicken 90 degrees to create the lovely crosshatch pattern. Grill the chicken for another 3 to 4 minutes. Turn the chicken over and grill for another 4 to 5 minutes. Check for doneness (the chicken should be well cooked). Check the lemon halves to see if they are beautifully caramelized. Turn over to grill on the bottom for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Serve the chicken with grilled lemon.
  • Call yourself a superstar!
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GRILLED LEMON CHICKEN



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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

⅓ cup lemon juice
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped red bell pepper
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

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 CHICKEN



Grilled Lemon Chicken image

Provided by Ina Garten

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (4 lemons)
3/4 cup good olive oil
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme leaves (1/2 teaspoon dried)
2 pounds boneless chicken breasts, halved and skin removed

Steps:

  • Whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme. Pour over the chicken breasts in a nonreactive bowl. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 6 hours or overnight.
  • Heat a charcoal grill and cook the chicken breasts for 10 minutes on each side, until just cooked through. Cool slightly and cut diagonally in 1/2-inch-thick slices.
  • Skewer with wooden sticks.

EASY GRILLED LEMON CHICKEN



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"There's one word to describe this recipe: 'Yum!' It's so easy to prepare ahead of time, then fire up the grill when we get home from church on Sunday. Guests love the citrus flavor!" Heather Erb - Milton, PA

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
3 tablespoons grated lemon zest
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
3/4 teaspoon pepper
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Pour 1/3 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for up to 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat for 5-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°, basting occasionally with reserved marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 256mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED HONEY-LEMON CHICKEN



Grilled Honey-Lemon Chicken image

Tangy, moist citrus chicken for the grill! Goes great with grilled potatoes and coleslaw.

Provided by Autumn Pumpkin

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup canola oil
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
2 cloves garlic, pressed
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons dried Italian herb seasoning
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Mix canola oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Italian herb seasoning, salt, and black pepper in a bowl; pour into a resealable plastic bag. Place chicken breasts into the bag, seal, and squeeze bag with your fingers several times to coat chicken with marinade. Place a second resealable bag over the first and seal to prevent leaks. Refrigerate chicken for 2 to 4 hours.
  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken breasts from bag; discard used marinade. Cook chicken on the preheated grill until the center is no longer pink and the juices run clear, 7 to 8 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 60.8 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 1045 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

GRILLED LEMON-GARLIC CHICKEN THIGHS WITH HERBS



Grilled Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Herbs image

With these grilled lemon-garlic chicken thighs, you can call yourself a superstar.

Provided by Burning Glove

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 8h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 medium lemons, zested and juiced
5 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves stripped and finely chopped
5 sprigs Fresh Sage
3 cloves garlic, smashed and finely chopped
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
8 (5 ounce) chicken thighs, trimmed
kosher salt to taste
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, or to taste
2 medium lemons

Steps:

  • Zest and juice 4 lemons; reserve remaining 2 whole.
  • Combine olive oil, lemon zest and juice, rosemary, sage, garlic, and crushed red pepper for marinade in a small bowl. Whisk to combine.
  • Place chicken thighs in a single layer in a wide, flat dish. Add the herb mixture and massage to coat. Cover and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and brush off any excess herbs and oil. Season generously with salt and drizzle with olive oil.
  • Cut the 2 whole lemons in half and cut the tips off of the ends; this will allow the lemons to stand up without rolling around.
  • Place the chicken, skin side-down, on the preheated grill. Grill chicken for 3 to 4 minutes, then rotate 90 degrees to create a crosshatch pattern. Grill another 3 to 4 minutes, then turn and grill until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 4 to 5 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • At the same time, grill the lemons, flesh-side down, alongside the chicken, until caramelized. Flip over to grill on the bottom, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve with grilled chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 88.2 mg, Fat 30.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 82.3 mg

GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH LEMON-THYME SAUCE



Grilled Chicken Breasts with Lemon-Thyme Sauce image

This winning technique for grilled chicken pecks out any dry-or bland-results. A few juicy secrets: Choose small cuts, and pound them flat so they cook quickly and evenly. Then, for maximum flavor without flare-ups, finish with a robust sauce like this lemon-thyme number.

Provided by Lauryn Tyrell

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 50m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (each about 8 ounces)
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grill
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts between two layers of plastic wrap and lightly pound them to an even thickness (about 1/2 inch). Let stand at room temperature about 30 minutes.
  • While chicken rests, whisk together lemon juice, thyme, sugar, red-pepper flakes, oil, and 2 teaspoons salt.
  • Season both sides of chicken with salt and pepper. Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking; let grates get very hot (this ensures a good sear without drying out meat).
  • Oil grates and cook chicken, turning occasionally, until charred in places and cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes total. Transfer to a serving dish. Pour or spoon sauce over pieces while still warm; serve.

LEMON-GARLIC GRILLED CHICKEN



Lemon-Garlic Grilled Chicken image

Such a simple mix of herbs adds so much tasty flavor to this yummy chicken. You can either through it on the grill or bake it.-Donna Leuw, Calgary, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for up to 1 hour., Drain and discard marinade. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-7 minutes on each side or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 55mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY GRILLED LEMON CHICKEN



Easy Grilled Lemon Chicken image

I learned to make this when I was vacationing in Bermuda after high school. It has been 18 years, and this is still one of our favorite dishes ever! My children ALL love it - from the toddler to the teen! And it's so easy that even my non-cooking husband can whip this up! The longer you marinate the chicken, the better it is!

Provided by MelindaG

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 42m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup fresh lemon juice
½ cup soy sauce
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Rinse chicken breasts and pat dry with paper towels. Stir together the lemon juice, soy sauce, ginger, and black pepper in a bowl; pour into a large, resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken breasts, seal the bag, and massage to evenly coat chicken with lemon juice mixture. Place in refrigerator to marinate at least 20 minutes, or up to 24 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat. Lightly oil grill grate, and place about 4 inches from heat source.
  • Drain and discard marinade from the bag, and place chicken on preheated grill. Cook until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear, 6 to 8 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.1 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 37.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 1888.8 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

ROSEMARY-LEMON GRILLED CHICKEN



Rosemary-Lemon Grilled Chicken image

Here's a simple dish with big bold lemon and rosemary flavors that's made with very few ingredients. It's great by itself but can also be used on top of salad greens as another creative dinner option. -Debbie Carter, Kingsburg, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium lemon
1/3 cup butter, cubed
4 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • Finely grate peel from lemon and juice lemon. In a microwave, melt butter. Stir in lemon juice and peel, rosemary, garlic, salt and pepper., Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°, basting frequently with butter mixture during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 19g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 134mg cholesterol, Sodium 337mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 35g protein.

GRILLED CHICKEN PAILLARD WITH LEMON AND BLACK PEPPER AND ARUGULA-TOMATO SALAD



Grilled Chicken Paillard with Lemon and Black Pepper and Arugula-Tomato Salad image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 small shallot, chopped
1/4 cup pure olive oil
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground fresh black pepper
4 boneless, skinless, chicken breasts, pounded thinly
Salt
1/2 pound arugula
2 ripe beefsteak tomatoes, diced
1 small red onion, peeled, halved and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus additional for garnish
Lemon halves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Whisk together lemon juice, shallot, olive oil and black pepper in a large baking dish. Add the chicken, turn to coat and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat grill to high. Remove chicken from marinade, season with salt on both sides and grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side or until golden brown and just cooked through.
  • Combine arugula, tomatoes and onions in a large bowl, toss with the vinegar and oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Place each paillard on a large plate, drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and top with some of the arugula-tomato salad. Garnish with lemon halves.

GRILLED LEMON YOGURT CHICKEN



Grilled Lemon Yogurt Chicken image

There is something special about what yogurt does to chicken in its smoky, sizzling time over charcoal. It imparts a tangy flavor that lifts all the other flavorings. It tenderizes slightly, without turning the meat into mush. It grills to a caramelized dark brown without tasting burnt.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Time 3h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt
½ lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon herbes de Provence
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (5 pound) whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces
½ cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon harissa
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Whisk together the 1/2 cup yogurt, the juice from 1/2 lemon, lemon zest, olive oil, garlic, paprika, herbes de Provence, 1 teaspoon salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Combine 1/2 cup yogurt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and harissa in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Remove chicken from bag and transfer to a plate or baking sheet lined with paper towels. Pat chicken pieces dry with more paper towels. Season with pinch of salt.
  • Grill chicken, skin-side down, on the preheated grill for 2 minutes. Turn each piece and move to indirect heat.
  • Grill, turning often, with lid down until well-browned and meat is no longer pink in the center, 30 to 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Serve chicken with the yogurt harissa mixture on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 522.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Cholesterol 168.6 mg, Fat 29.9 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 55.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 590.4 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

LEMON, ROSEMARY AND BALSAMIC GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS



Lemon, Rosemary and Balsamic Grilled Chicken Thighs image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup rosemary leaves
3 tablespoons thinly sliced garlic
2 tablespoons lemon zest
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
8 chicken thighs
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl combine the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, rosemary, garlic, lemon zest and red pepper flakes. Whisk to combine and pour into a 1-gallon resealable food storage plastic bag. Put the chicken thighs in the bag and seal it. Turn to ensure that the chicken is evenly coated, then refrigerate, turning occasionally, for 2 to 4 hours.
  • Preheat a grill to medium-low and brush the grates lightly with an oil soaked cloth. Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry. Season the chicken well on all sides with salt and pepper, then place on the grill, skin side down. Cook the chicken about 8 to 10 minutes, turn and continue to cook an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Remove from the heat and serve while hot.

GRILLED BASIL LEMON CHICKEN



Grilled Basil Lemon Chicken image

A simple dish that I use for basil lemon chicken panini the day after. You can use tenders or chicken scaloppine as well. Thanks for catching my omission of the basil in the directions, I have fixed it.

Provided by MarraMamba

Categories     Poultry

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 boneless chicken breasts
2 large lemons
2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt & pepper
2 teaspoons fresh basil, chopped (or 1/2 tsp dried)

Steps:

  • Zest the lemon and squeeze the juice, combine zest and juice with oil, basil and garlic in a small bowl.
  • Put chicken breasts between wax paper and pound to an even thickness.
  • Place in glad bag or bowl with marinade and leave for 30 minutes to 20 hours.
  • Grill chicken on bbq, broil it, or even cook it in a hot skillet, 6-8 minutes approximately.

GRILLED CAJUN LEMON PEPPER CHICKEN WINGS



Grilled Cajun Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings image

Grilled chicken wings are the quintessential finger food for a summer cookout with family and friends. Just toss the chicken in a flavorful rub, then grill to golden brown perfection. A final toss with Cajun lemon-pepper seasoning adds a kick of spice and acidity.

Provided by Eddie Jackson

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 pounds whole chicken wings (not split)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for the grill
3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for medium heat.
  • Toss the chicken wings, vegetable oil, 2 teaspoons of the Cajun seasoning, 3/4 teaspoon of the garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper in a large bowl until evenly combined.
  • Brush the grill grates lightly with oil. Place the chicken wings on the grill in an even layer and cover with the lid. Cook, flipping occasionally, until well browned and cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, stir together the parsley, lemon zest and juice, remaining 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, remaining 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper in another large bowl until combined.
  • Transfer the wings to the bowl with the Cajun lemon pepper seasoning and toss until evenly coated. Arrange on a large serving platter.

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH LEMON AND OREGANO



Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Oregano image

This grilled chicken is juicy and delicious and the skin is nice and crispy, too.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 2 lemons)
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh oregano (or 1 tablespoon dried)
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for grates
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 chicken halves (1 1/2 pounds each) or 2 whole chickens, split
4 lemons, halved crosswise
Oregano sprigs (optional)

Steps:

  • Make marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together lemon zest and juice, oregano, oil, 2 teaspoons coarse salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Divide marinade between 2 large resealable plastic bags. Place 2 chicken halves in each bag; shake to coat. Let marinate at room temperature 30 minutes, turning bags occasionally.
  • Preheat grill to medium; lightly oil grates. Remove chicken from marinade, and pat dry with paper towels. Place chicken, skin side up, on grill. Cover and cook, until lightly browned and cooked through, about 20 minutes. Turn chicken over; cover and cook until well browned, 10 to 15 minutes (an instant-read thermometer should register 175 degrees when inserted into thickest part of meat, avoiding bone). If chicken is browning too quickly, move to cooler parts of grill or turn grill to low heat.
  • Transfer chicken to a cutting board. Tent with foil; let rest 10 minutes. Meanwhile, place lemon halves on grill, cut side down; cook until slightly charred, 8 to 10 minutes. Cut chicken pieces in half; serve with grilled lemon halves, and, if desired, garnish with oregano sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518 g, Fat 37 g, Protein 42 g

LEMON AND GARLIC GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS



Lemon and Garlic Grilled Chicken Thighs image

Marinate chicken thighs in lemon, garlic and fresh oregano to make a great weeknight meal.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for oiling the grill grates
1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves, roughly chopped
Zest and juice of 2 lemons
4 large garlic cloves, finely grated
8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 1/2 pounds)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Green salad, for serving

Steps:

  • Prepare an outdoor grill for medium heat.
  • Whisk the oil, oregano, lemon zest and juice and garlic in a large bowl. Add the chicken, toss to coat and set aside for 10 minutes at room temperature.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
  • Lightly oil the grill grates and grill the chicken, skin-side down, until lightly charred, 2 to 4 minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Cover the grill and cook until no longer pink near the bone and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the deepest part of each chicken thigh reads 165 degrees F, about 5 more minutes. Transfer to a platter and rest for at least 5 minutes before serving. Serve with a green salad.
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Tips:

  • Use fresh lemon zest and juice for the best flavor.
  • Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, for maximum flavor.
  • Grill the chicken over medium heat to prevent it from burning.
  • Baste the chicken with the marinade while it is grilling to keep it moist and flavorful.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, potatoes, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Lemon grilled chicken is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for summer cookouts. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and juicy chicken that will be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy grilled chicken recipe, give lemon grilled chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!

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