Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken
Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken is the ultimate simple summer dinner. A bright, herby marinade lends SO much flavor and a perfect char on the grill finishes it off.
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
- 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- 3 large lemons, zested and juiced
- 4 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 1/2 to 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk oregano, thyme, lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped garlic, salt, pepper and olive oil. Add chicken to the bowl and move around until it's all coated. Cover and place in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour and no longer than 4 hours.
- Thirty minutes before cooking, remove chicken from the fridge and leave at room temperature. Preheat the grill to medium high heat, around 400 degrees F. Once hot, add chicken and cook 6 to 7 minutes per side. Remove from grill and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.