Description
Grilled chicken for Memorial Day is a must-have dish that brings family and friends together, celebrating flavors and memories. This easy-to-follow recipe results in succulent, juicy chicken infused with zesty marinade, perfect for any backyard gathering. With vibrant grill marks and a smoky flavor, this dish can be served on its own or in sandwiches, making it versatile enough to satisfy everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal or cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours).
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade (discard leftover marinade) and grill for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the grilled chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving with seasonal sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg