Description
Smoked Garlic Lemon Pepper Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly balances smoky flavors with citrusy zest. Marinated in a delightful blend of garlic, lemon, and pepper, this tender chicken is not only easy to prepare but also a showstopper for any gathering. Picture succulent chicken breasts grilled to perfection, served alongside fresh lemon wedges and your favorite sides. Ideal for both casual dinners and festive occasions, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavor.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F).
- Grill the marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side or until an internal temperature of 165°F is reached.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 51g
- Cholesterol: 140mg