Lemon Garlic Chicken (With Easy Marinade)
Juicy, flavorful chicken marinated with lemon and garlic, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Protein
- 4 oz Boneless skinless chicken breasts or 2 lb chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup Olive oil plus 2 tbsp additional if using stovetop
- 1 medium Lemon zested and juiced; 2 tbsp lemon juice and 1 tsp lemon zest
- 4 cloves Garlic minced
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tsp Sea salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Combine lemon juice, zest, garlic, olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the chicken on stovetop or grill until fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes per side.
- Let rest for a few minutes, then serve with lemon slices if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, add lemon slices during cooking or garnish before serving.