Ina Garten Grilled Lemon Chicken Recipe
The Ina Garten Grilled Lemon Chicken Recipe is one of the easiest and brightest chicken dishes you can make at home.
Ingredients
- 4 large chicken breasts
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the marinade
- Mix lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined.
Add chicken to the marinade
- Place chicken breasts into a zip bag. Pour the marinade over them and seal tightly.
Marinate the chicken well
- Move the chicken around in the bag. Make sure every piece gets covered evenly with the marinade.
Refrigerate the chicken
- Place the bag in the fridge. Let the chicken marinate for at least two hours for best flavor.
Heat your grill
- Warm your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Make sure the surface is clean and lightly oiled.
Place chicken on grill
- Put the marinated chicken on the grill. Cook one side until nice grill marks appear.
Flip the chicken
- Turn the chicken with tongs. Cook the other side until golden and cooked through completely.
Check for doneness
- Make sure the inside reaches 165°F. The chicken should feel firm but still juicy when touched.
Rest the chicken
- Remove the chicken from the grill. Let it rest for five minutes to keep the juices inside.
Slice and serve
- Slice the chicken into strips. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor.
- Pound the chicken slightly for even cooking.
- Use fresh lemon juice instead of bottled for bright taste.
- Brush chicken with marinade while grilling for extra flavor.
- Avoid overcooking to keep the chicken juicy.
- Add chili flakes for a spicy twist.