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Mediterranean Herb Crusted Grilled Chicken

A flavorful grilled chicken dish coated with a blend of Mediterranean herbs and spices, perfect for a healthy meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Herb Crust
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
  2. Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
Make the Herb Mixture
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine parsley, oregano, thyme, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add olive oil and mix until well combined.
Coat the Chicken
  1. Spread the herb mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, pressing gently to adhere.
Grill the Chicken
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Serve
  1. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  2. Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gFiber: 1g

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the herb mixture for a few hours before grilling.

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