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Fresh Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken with Summer Vegetables

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A quick and easy grilled chicken recipe marinated in fresh lemon and herbs, served with charred summer vegetables. Perfect for a light, flavorful summer meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz/170 g each)
  • 2 lemons, zested and juiced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch strips
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into thick strips
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into thick strips
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (whole)
  • 1 small red onion, sliced into rings
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, rosemary, thyme, honey, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended (about 5 minutes).
  2. Prepare the chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry. Place in bowl or sealable plastic bag and pour marinade over. Toss to coat evenly. Marinate in fridge for at least 20 minutes, up to 2 hours.
  3. Prep the vegetables: Wash and slice zucchinis, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and onion. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C). Clean and oil grates to prevent sticking.
  5. Grill the chicken: Place chicken breasts on grill and cook 6-7 minutes per side, flipping once, until golden with grill marks and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Total grilling time about 12-15 minutes.
  6. Grill the vegetables: Place vegetables on grill in a basket or directly on grates if large enough. Turn every 3-4 minutes until tender and charred in spots, about 10-12 minutes total.
  7. Rest and serve: Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Arrange chicken and vegetables on platter. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.

Notes

Marinate chicken between 20 minutes and 2 hours to avoid the lemon juice cooking the meat. Watch cherry tomatoes carefully on the grill to prevent bursting. Rest chicken for 5 minutes after grilling to retain juices. If chicken browns too fast, move to cooler grill section and close lid to finish cooking gently. If no grill available, use grill pan or broil in oven.

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Keywords: grilled chicken, lemon herb chicken, summer vegetables, easy dinner, healthy meal, grilled vegetables, quick recipe

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