Herb-Marinated Grilled Chicken with Lemon Zest

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

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Tender chicken breasts marinated in a bright herb and lemon mixture, then grilled to perfection for a classic summer meal. This American-inspired summer cookout recipe, ready in about 44 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 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: 30 min Cook: 14 min Serves 4 American cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4, boneless and skinless (about 6 oz each) chicken breasts
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp, finely chopped rosemary
1 tbsp, finely chopped thyme
2 cloves, minced garlic
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes

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Instructions

Step 1: Whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp rosemary, 1 tbsp thyme, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes in a medium bowl.
Step 2: Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour marinade over them, coating evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high. Remove chicken from marinade, discarding excess.
Step 4: Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 5: Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices.