Lemon And Rosemary Grilled Chicken Recipe

Name: Lemon And Rosemary Grilled Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup fat-free buttermilk; 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest; 4 (6 oz) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh rosemary; 1 teaspoon canola oil; 1 teaspoon honey; vegetable cooking spray

Servings: persons

1
Combine buttermilk, lemon zest and garlic in a shallow dish. Add chicken, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 2 hours or up to 8 hours, turning occasionally.
2
Prepare gas or charcoal grill for medium-high direct heat.
3
Remove chicken from marinade, and discard marinade; pat chicken dry with paper towels. Sprinkle chicken evenly with pepper and salt. Combine fresh parsley, rosemary, canola oil, and honey, stirring well. Spoon herb mixture evenly over tops of chicken breast halves.
4
Remove chicken from marinade, and discard marinade; pat chicken dry with paper towels. Sprinkle chicken evenly with pepper and salt.
5
Grill chicken, herb side down, 8 minutes per side or until done, on a rack coated with vegetable cooking spray.

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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.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup fat-free buttermilk, 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest, 4 (6 oz) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Lemon And Rosemary Grilled 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.

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Lemon And Rosemary Grilled Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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