Description
Mediterranean Grilled Chicken is your ticket to a culinary escape, bringing the sunny flavors of the Mediterranean right to your table. This dish features succulent chicken breasts marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and aromatic herbs like oregano. It’s then grilled to perfection, resulting in juicy, tender chicken with a smoky char that’s irresistibly delicious. Perfect for summer barbecues or family dinners, this recipe is not only simple to prepare but also healthy and packed with flavor. Serve it alongside a refreshing Greek salad or quinoa tabbouleh for a complete meal that will impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Place the chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight).
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Lightly oil the grates.
- Remove chicken from marinade and discard leftover marinade. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- Transfer grilled chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg