Lemon Basil Chicken: Easy Recipe for a Juicy Family Dinner
A delicious and easy recipe for Lemon Basil Chicken that will impress your family.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, mix lemon juice, basil, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Serve with a side of vegetables for a complete meal.
- Can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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