MY FAVORITE GRILLED LEMON CHICKEN

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Ina Garten's fantastically EASY (we won't forget flavorful and juicy!) grilled lemon chicken. Recipe from The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook. (I love to serve this with a crisp green salad and a glass of white wine. -Yum!) **Time does not include marinating hours**

Provided by hollyfrolly

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup lemon juice, fresh squeezed (4 lemons)
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons salt, kosher
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large non-reactive bowl, whisk together all ingredients and add chicken to coat.
  • Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for a minimum of 6 hours to overnight.
  • Over a hot grill, cook chicken breasts for 10 minutes on each side, until just cooked through.
  • Cool slightly, slice and serve.
  • At this point, you may skewer with wooden skewers and serve with satay dip, if desired.

April Brunk
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Robert Minamino
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always been a hit. The chicken is always moist and flavorful.


Mini_ Monster1806
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This is my go-to recipe for grilled chicken. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Shoaib Ashraf
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I'm not a big fan of lemon, but this recipe was still really good.


nasim shikh
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


NAYEON
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I would recommend marinating the chicken for longer than the recipe calls for. It will help to keep the chicken moist.


Evelyn Muradza
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The chicken was a little dry, but the lemon flavor was good.


Umair Raza Danish1
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


matiwosi best
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I love that I can grill the chicken and vegetables at the same time.


Prashant Dhakal
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out perfectly. It was cooked through but still juicy, and the lemon flavor was just right.


pk pk
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This grilled lemon chicken was a hit with my family! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the lemon added a delicious tang. I will definitely be making this again.


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