Description
Smoked Garlic Lemon Pepper Chicken is a flavor-packed dish that combines juicy, tender chicken with the zesty brightness of lemon and the rich depth of smoked garlic. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a mouthwatering meal that will have everyone asking for seconds. Serve it alongside rice or fresh veggies for a delightful dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Ensure well-coated and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight is best).
- Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat (375°F).
- Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Grill each side for about 6-7 minutes until grill marks appear and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for five minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 46 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg