Amazingly Juicy Grilled Lemon Chicken Recipe

Unlock the secret to unbelievably juicy grilled chicken breasts! This recipe, inspired by Cook's Illustrated, features a zesty lemon marinade with a surprising kick of Dijon mustard. Get ready for tender, flavorful chicken that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a summer barbecue. Marinating time is not included in the cook time.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 320.2 kcal
Protein 54g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Amazingly Juicy Grilled Lemon Chicken

  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Water
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 lbs total)

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How to Make Amazingly Juicy Grilled Lemon Chicken

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade and discard the marinade.
  5. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

15g

Carbs

0g