Perfectly Broiled Lemon Garlic Chicken

Ingredients

- 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)

Instructions

1. Prepare Chicken:
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps the marinade stick better.

2. Make Marinade:
- In a medium bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, lemon zest, and lemon juice.

3. Marinate:
- Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. For best results, let it marinate for up to 2 hours.

4. Prepare Broiler:
- Preheat your broiler. Place an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly oil it to prevent sticking.

5. Broil Chicken:
- Arrange the marinated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet.
- Pour any remaining marinade over the chicken for extra flavor.
- Broil the chicken on high for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Be careful not to overcook to retain juicy, tender chicken.

6. Rest:
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute and ensures a more flavorful meal.

7. Serve:
- Slice the chicken breasts and serve with your favorite side dishes, like roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time:
PT30M
30 minutes

- Cooking Time:
PT15M
15 minutes

Total Time

- PT45M
45 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

- Broiled Chicken
- Lemon Garlic Chicken
- Easy Dinner Recipe
- Chicken Breast Recipe
- Quick Dinner
- Healthy Chicken
- Mediterranean Flavors
- Weeknight Meal
- Low Carb Dinner
- Flavorful Chicken

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- Total Calories: 800

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