Chesterfield-Style Herb-Rubbed Grilled Chicken with Garlic Lemon Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-02 · Updated 2026-08-02

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Grilled chicken marinated in fresh herbs and served with a zesty garlic lemon dressing, perfect for an outdoor meal with regional flair. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, fresh rosemary leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tbsp, divided olive oil
1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves
1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
4, minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh thyme, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create a herb rub.
Step 2: Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts and rub the herb mixture evenly over both sides. Let marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush grill grates with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to prevent sticking.
Step 4: Grill chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and grill marks appear.
Step 5: Meanwhile, whisk together 2 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper in a small bowl to make the garlic lemon dressing.
Step 6: Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle the garlic lemon dressing over the chicken before serving.