Description
Tender, juicy chicken breasts grilled to perfection with a vibrant Mediterranean marinade of garlic, lemon zest, and herbs. A light, healthy dish bursting with bold flavors and minimal oil for a satisfying, guilt-free meal.
Ingredients
1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 large garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1½ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1½ teaspoons lemon zest
Instructions
Pound the chicken breasts to ¼-inch thickness using a meat mallet.
In a 1-gallon zip-lock bag, combine olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
Add chicken to the marinade, seal the bag, and massage to coat evenly.
Refrigerate for 2–4 hours (or up to 8 hours for extra flavor).
Heat grill to medium-high heat.
Grill chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and golden-brown.
Transfer to a plate, let rest for 5 minutes, and serve with fresh lemon wedges.
Notes
For best results, use fresh, never-frozen chicken breasts.
Adjust salt to taste, especially if using pre-seasoned herbs.
Marinate longer for deeper flavor, but avoid exceeding 8 hours to prevent over-tenderizing.
Substitute oregano for thyme if unavailable.
Add grilled vegetables (e.g., zucchini, bell peppers) for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Easy Chicken Recipes
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg