Lemon Pepper Grilled Chicken Recipe

Ingredients

• 0.25 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 3 large cloves garlic, finely grated
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
• 2.5 teaspoons kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2 (10 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breasts
• lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

1. Prepare all the necessary ingredients.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, chopped rosemary, salt, freshly ground black pepper, and Dijon mustard. Mix well until fully combined. Using a fork, pierce each chicken breast 8 to 10 times to tenderize and help the marinade penetrate.
3. Place the chicken breasts in the bowl with the lemon juice mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Gently massage the marinade into the chicken. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to marinate.
4. Preheat your outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
5. Place the marinated chicken breasts on the preheated and oiled grill grates. Grill the chicken, with the grill lid closed, until it is cooked through, lightly charred, and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork. This should take approximately 10 to 12 minutes per side. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F (74 degrees C) using an instant-read thermometer.
6. Remove the grilled chicken breasts from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh lemon wedges and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 234 kcal
• Fat Content: 9 g
• Fiber Content: 1 g
• Sodium Content: 1356 mg
• Protein Content: 33 g
• Cholesterol Content: 82 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 4 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g