Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken

5 from 3 votes

Marinate chicken breasts in an easy lemon pepper marinade to create a flavorful chicken to serve with your favorite side dishes!

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Marinate time1

Total Time1 20

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Author: Katie G.

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 - 1/2 pounds)
1 tablespoon black pepper plus more to season
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to season
2 lemons juiced
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon zest (from the lemons used for juicing above)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season with salt and pepper. Place the chicken in a large plastic zipper bag and set aside.
In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, lemon zest, 1 tablespoon black pepper, garlic powder, thyme and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Whisk well, then add the mixture to the bag with the chicken, massaging to coat.
Refrigerate the chicken for at last 1 hour, up to overnight.
When ready to cook, preheat a grill to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, greasing the grill grate if necessary.
Grill the chicken breasts for 6 to 8 minute per side, until the internal temperature is 165 degrees Fahrenheit and the juices run clear. Allow the chicken to rest on a cutting board for at least 10 minuets prior to serving. Serve with your favorite sides.

Notes

Storing: Store leftovers by tightly wrapping in plastic wrap or placing in an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a pan, oven or microwave until warmed through.

Freezing: Freeze grilled chicken by tightly wrapping it in plastic wrap and then placing it in a freezer-safe bag or container. Remove as much air from the bag as possible before sealing. Freeze for up to 4 months. Thaw completely before reheating.

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