Grilled Herb-Marinated Chicken with Memorial Day Picnic Slaw

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-23 · Updated 2026-05-23

Tender grilled chicken breasts marinated in fresh herbs and lemon, paired with a crunchy cabbage slaw perfect for a Memorial Day celebration. This American-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, olive oil, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 3 cups, shredded green cabbage
• 2 cups, shredded red cabbage
• 1 medium, julienned carrot
• 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 tsp celery seed

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Place 4 chicken breasts in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups shredded green cabbage, 2 cups shredded red cabbage, and 1 medium julienned carrot.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, and 1/2 tsp celery seed until smooth. Pour this dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat evenly. Refrigerate slaw until serving.
5. Step 5: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side, or until an internal temperature of 165°F is reached and juices run clear.
6. Step 6: Let the grilled chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve alongside the chilled cabbage slaw for a fresh and satisfying Memorial Day meal.