Lemon-Pepper Grilled Chicken with Mixed Greens

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-25 · Updated 2026-06-25

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A bright, zesty grilled chicken dish featuring fresh lemon and cracked black pepper served on a bed of crisp mixed greens for a refreshing meal. This chicken recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, lemon juice, lemon zest 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: 15 min Serves 4 International cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) chicken breasts
3 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp cracked black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
6 cups mixed salad greens
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp garlic powder

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 tsp cracked black pepper, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 2 tbsp olive oil to make a marinade.
Step 2: Place 4 chicken breasts into a large resealable bag, pour marinade over them, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to infuse.
Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
Step 4: While chicken grills, toss 6 cups mixed salad greens lightly with remaining marinade for a fresh, lemony dressing.
Step 5: Serve grilled chicken breasts on a bed of the dressed salad greens, garnish with extra lemon zest if desired.