Zesty Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken

Ingredients

- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Ensure that the sugar is fully dissolved for a balanced marinade.

2. Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the prepared marinade over the chicken, making sure each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld. For optimal flavor, marinate for up to 4 hours.

3. Prepare the Charcoal Grill: About 30 minutes before cooking, prepare your charcoal grill for direct heat. Allow the charcoal briquettes to turn gray and ashy, which usually takes about 15-20 minutes.

4. Grill the Chicken: Once your grill is ready, remove the chicken from the marinade and place it directly over the hot coals. Discard the excess marinade. Grill the chicken for approximately 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. For even cooking and to avoid flare-ups, keep the grill lid closed as much as possible.

5. Rest the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the meat juicy and tender.

6. Serve: Slice the chicken breasts and serve them warm. This dish pairs beautifully with a fresh salad or grilled vegetables for a complete meal.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT1H
1 hour (including marinating time)
- Cooking Time: PT20M
20 minutes

Total Time

- PT1H20M
1 hour and 20 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

- Grilled chicken
- Lemon chicken
- Charcoal grilling
- Herb chicken
- Easy dinner recipe
- Summer grilling
- Marinade
- Italian seasoning
- BBQ chicken
- Healthy dinner

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- Total Calories: 1200

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