Lemon-Infused Grilled Chicken with Summer Herb Salsa Verde

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Juicy grilled chicken breasts brightened with lemon and topped with a fresh herb salsa verde bursting with summer flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired summer cookout recipe, ready in about 52 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, lemon zest, lemon juice 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: 40 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon zest, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts and marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
  3. Step 3: While chicken cooks, combine 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano leaves, 2 tbsp rinsed capers, and 1 tbsp red wine vinegar in a small bowl. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil and stir to create the herb salsa verde.
  4. Step 4: Let grilled chicken rest for 5 minutes after cooking, then top each breast with a generous spoonful of herb salsa verde before serving.

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