Grilled Lemon Chicken
Grilled lemon chicken is a tender, juicy and savory grilling recipe that is perfect for summer. It's light, healthy and beaming with Mediterranean flavor!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 (6-ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 large lemon zest and juice (about 3 tablespoons juice)
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Chopped parsley for serving
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry and pound chicken if some parts are too thick so the pieces are even in thickness. Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken and toss well to combine. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes, but no more than 2 hours.
- Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Place the chicken on the grill for 5-7 minutes. Use tongs to flip over and cook on the other side for 5-7 more minutes, or until juices run dry.
- Remove chicken from the grill. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges, if desired.
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Notes
Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last up to 4 days.
This recipe has been updated in April 2026, but if you like the original version, you can still find it here:
6 6 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice plus the zest for the lemons
2 teaspoons oregano
4 garlic cloves pressed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
parsley or cilantro for serving
lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Pat chicken dry and pound chicken if some parts are too thick. Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper in a bowl or resealable freezer bag. Add chicken and toss well to combine. Marinate for at least 30 minute
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium high heat. Place chicken on the grill for 5-7 minutes. Use tongs to flip over and cook until juices run dry, approximately 5-7 more minutes. Discard extra marinade
Remove chicken from the grill. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges and vegetables, if desired.
6 6 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice plus the zest for the lemons
2 teaspoons oregano
4 garlic cloves pressed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
parsley or cilantro for serving
lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Pat chicken dry and pound chicken if some parts are too thick. Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper in a bowl or resealable freezer bag. Add chicken and toss well to combine. Marinate for at least 30 minute
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium high heat. Place chicken on the grill for 5-7 minutes. Use tongs to flip over and cook until juices run dry, approximately 5-7 more minutes. Discard extra marinade
Remove chicken from the grill. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges and vegetables, if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 6oz | Calories: 329kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 635mg | Potassium: 698mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 80IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 1mg
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