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Grilled Rosemary Chicken Breasts Recipe

Try this Grilled Rosemary Chicken Breasts Recipe! The chicken comes out juicy and flavorful, with a hint of rosemary.
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Course Main Course
Servings 4 servings
Calories 340 kcal

Equipment

Grill
Mixing Bowl
Serving Plate

Ingredients
  

  • 2  lbs chicken breasts (3-4 medium to large) boneless & skinless
  • 2 large lemons 1 – juiced and zested, 2nd one – cut into slices
  • 2 rosemary sprigs leaves removed & minced
  • 2  large garlic cloves grated
  • 2  tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cut each chicken breast in half to make 6-8 thinner chicken cutlets.
  • In a large bowl, add chicken, lemon juice + zest, rosemary, garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper. Stir with tongs to coat evenly, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
  • Preheat grill on medium heat around 500 degrees F and spray with cooking spray. Add chicken and lemon slices in single layer to the grill. Discard the marinade.
  • Grill for 5 – 6 minutes covered, turn chicken over and place a lemon slice grilled side up on top. Cover and grill for another 5 – 6 minutes.
  • Remove chicken from the grill onto a platter, cover and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot, with pita, veggie kebabs and (Greek yogurt tzatziki), if desired

Nutrition

Calories: 340kcalProtein: 49gFat: 13gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 633mg
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