Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken: Tender & 1-Dish Wonder
Enjoy a healthy and flavorful Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken with Steamed Veggies. This recipe is perfect for a clean-eating dinner that’s both simple and delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling and Steaming
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lb mixed vegetables (broccoli, carrots, bell peppers), chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken breasts to the bowl and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- While chicken marinates, steam the chopped vegetables until tender-crisp.
- Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve the grilled chicken with the steamed vegetables.
Notes
- You can add other herbs like rosemary or parsley to the marinade.
- Feel free to use your favorite mix of vegetables for steaming.
- Ensure chicken is cooked thoroughly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg