Grilled Herb-Marinated Chicken Breast with Lemon

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Juicy chicken breasts marinated in fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon juice, grilled to perfection with a fragrant and tangy crust. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, garlic cloves 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 3 tbsp lemon juice, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Refrigerate and marinate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is cooked through with grill marks and a fragrant herb crust.

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