Grilled Lemon Chicken Recipe

Name: Grilled Lemon Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lemon, juice of; 1 tablespoon white vinegar; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 6 medium sized boneless skinless chicken breast halves; 1 lemon, thinly sliced; 1/3 cup pitted kalamata olive

Servings: persons

1 lemon, juice of
1 tablespoon white vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
6 medium sized boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 lemon, thinly sliced
1/3 cup pitted kalamata olive

1
In a medium bowl, whisk lemon juice, vinegar, dill, basil, honey, mustard, olive oil, 3/4 teaspoons of the salt and the pepper until well blended.
2
Place chicken in a large resealable bag. Add 1/3 cup of the dressing and half of the thinly sliced lemon.
3
Seal bag and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours, turning at least once.
4
Stir in the remaining lemon slices and olives into the reserved dressing and store in the refrigerator.
5
Remove chicken from bag and grill at medium-high until chicken is completely cooked.
6
Remove from grill to platter and pour reserved dressing over the chicken and season with remaining salt.

361

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lemon, juice of, 1 tablespoon white vinegar, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, and more.

Yes, Grilled 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grilled Lemon Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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