Grilled Italian Lemon Chicken Recipe

Name: Grilled Italian Lemon Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 to 5 medium lemons, juice of; 1 head garlic, crushed and minced; 1/4 cup fresh oregano, chopped; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 7 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 split broiler-fryer chicken; salt; pepper; garlic powder; ground oregano

Servings: persons

4 to 5 medium lemons, juice of
1 head garlic, crushed and minced
1/4 cup fresh oregano, chopped
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
7 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 split broiler-fryer chicken
salt
pepper
garlic powder
ground oregano

1
Combine first 6 ingredients and whisk well to make marinade.
2
Combine last 4 ingredients and whisk to make chicken seasoning.
3
Prepare grill for direct/indirect grilling.
4
Season chicken on both sides.
5
Sear chicken over direct heat, then cook indirect to approx 145u00b0F internal temp (slightly underdone).
6
Remove chicken from heat and cool until cool enough to handle.
7
Cut chicken into large bite size chunks (i.e. a breast will usually make 3 or 4 chunks, a thigh makes 2, etc.).
8
Place pieces cut side down in baking dish.Use a dish of such dimensions as to keep the pieces standing up against each other.
9
Pour marinade evenly over chicken and let marinade 30 minute.
10
Meanwhile, preheat oven (or gas grill) to 375u00b0F, then bake 40 minutes.
11
Serve on a platter and spoon half of juices/marinade over the top.
12
Remaining juices may be served on the side in ramekins, or bowl to be passed.
13
Note: You may substitute Caventer's Greek seasoning for the last 4 ingredients. We do.

577

kcal

Calories

Fat

113

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 to 5 medium lemons, juice of, 1 head garlic, crushed and minced, 1/4 cup fresh oregano, chopped, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, and more.

Yes, Grilled Italian Lemon Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Grilled Italian Lemon Chicken

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