Marinated Lemon Chicken Breasts Recipe

Name: Marinated Lemon Chicken Breasts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE MARINADE and CHICKEN; 3 large garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1 tablespoon granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped; 2 teaspoons fresh thyme; 2 teaspoons lemon zest, finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, coarsely ground; 4 chicken breasts, bone-in; FOR THE SAUCE; 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 2 teaspoons honey mustard; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, coarsely ground

Servings: persons

FOR THE MARINADE and CHICKEN
3 large garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh thyme
2 teaspoons lemon zest, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, coarsely ground
4 chicken breasts, bone-in
FOR THE SAUCE
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons honey mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, coarsely ground

1
FOR THE MARINADE & CHICKEN: In a large bowl, combine 3 cloves of garlic (minced), oil, sugar, rosemary, thyme, zest, salt & pepper.
2
Add chicken & toss until chicken is well coated, then cover & refrigerate overnight or up to 24 hours.
3
FOR THE SAUCE: In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, vinegar, honey mustard, salt & pepper.
4
Preheat grill, then place chicken on grill rack & grill for 16 minutes, turning once.
5
Baste chicken with lemon juice mixture, then grill 8 more minutes, turning & basting twice, until an instant-read meat thermometer inserted into thickest part of breast registers 165 degrees F.
6
Discard extra marinade & basting sauce.

410

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE MARINADE and CHICKEN, 3 large garlic cloves, minced, 1 tablespoon canola oil, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, and more.

Yes, Marinated Lemon Chicken Breasts 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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Marinated Lemon Chicken Breasts

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