Description
This Juicy Greek Lemon Chicken is marinated in a zesty lemon and herb blend, grilled to perfection, and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and grease the grates.
- Remove chicken from marinade and place on the grill.
- Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Marinating overnight enhances the flavors.
- Serve with a side of Greek salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg