Best Choice Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken

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Juicy chicken breasts marinated in lemon and herbs, grilled to perfection for the best choice dinner option. This mediterranean-inspired grilling ready in about 35 minutes pairs boneless chicken breasts, large lemon, fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.6 (8 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pound chicken breasts to 1-inch thickness between parchment paper using a meat mallet. Trim excess fat and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Step 2: Zest 1 large lemon, then cut into wedges. Finely chop 2 tbsp fresh rosemary and mince 3 garlic cloves.
  3. Step 3: Whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, lemon zest, chopped rosemary, minced garlic, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper in a bowl.
  4. Step 4: Place chicken in a shallow dish, pour marinade over top, and turn to coat evenly. Marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature.
  5. Step 5: Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and edges are golden brown.
  6. Step 6: Rest chicken for 5 minutes, then slice and serve with reserved lemon wedges.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Best Choice Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Best Choice Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep boneless chicken breasts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Best Choice Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Best Choice Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Best Choice Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken?

Mediterranean grilling like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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