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A plate layered with grilled lemon pepper chicken breasts.
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Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken

Marinate chicken breasts in an easy lemon pepper marinade to create a flavorful chicken to serve with your favorite side dishes!
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinate time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 245kcal
Author Ashley C.

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.

Nutrition

Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 424mg | Potassium: 527mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 60IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg