Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, paprika, and oregano.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish.
- Pour marinade over chicken, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess marinade.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add chopped fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling.
- Adjust cooking time based on chicken thickness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Calorie
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg