Succulent Charcoal Grilled Lemon Paprika Chicken

Ingredients

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

Instructions

1. Prepare the Marinade:
In a medium bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, lemon zest, and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Whisk the ingredients together until well blended.

2. Marinate the Chicken:
Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, seal the bag, and massage to coat the chicken evenly. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours for enhanced flavor.

3. Preheat the Grill:
Prepare the charcoal grill by arranging a double layer of briquettes on one side and fewer on the other. Light the charcoal and let it burn until covered with white ash, about 30 minutes.

4. Grill the Chicken:
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Place the chicken on the cooler side of the grill for indirect heat. Cover the grill and cook for about 15 minutes.

5. Finish and Serve:
Move the chicken directly over the coals for direct heat. Grill for an additional 5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken has a nice char. Transfer the chicken to a plate and let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT15M
15 minutes

- Marinating Time: PT1H
1 hour

- Cooking Time: PT35M
35 minutes

Total Time

- Total Time: PT1H50M
1 hour 50 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

1. Grilled Chicken
2. Lemon Chicken
3. Paprika Marinade
4. BBQ Chicken
5. Charcoal Grill
6. Summer Grilling
7. Easy Dinner
8. Healthy Recipe
9. Chicken Breast
10. Flavorful Marinade

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- 680 total calories

#GrilledChicken #LemonPaprika #CharcoalBBQ #EasyDinner #HealthyMeals