If you’ve read A Southern Soul for any amount of time you know how much I love lemons.  Whether I’m baking, making fresh salad dressing, or grilling, I just adore that citrus kick that comes from using fresh lemons.  
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This simple recipe has become one of my “every other week” must make dishes.  Most of the time I make a double batch which means we enjoy the chicken with fresh veggies for dinner and then I use the extra for chicken salad, sandwiches or in pasta. Simple, quick and packed with flavor…so simple and oh, so good! When you’ve got a good recipe that you can depend on, you just find extra ways to use it and this one fits the bill.

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Grilled chicken marinated in a bright lemony marinade is great as a main dish and can be used in salads, wraps, tacos and snacks.

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Grilled Lemon Chicken

Simple, quick and packed with flavor…so simple and oh, so good! Make a double batch and enjoy the chicken with fresh veggies for dinner and then have extra for chicken salad, sandwiches or in pasta. 
Prep Time2 hrs
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time2 hrs 30 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Author: Donya | asouthernsoul.com

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 lemon - sliced
  • 2 sprigs of fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
  • 4-6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 lemon - quartered
  • fresh parsley

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, mix olive oil, salt and pepper.
  • Place chicken in a large zip top bag along with sliced lemon and thyme. Pour olive oil mixture over chicken. Seal bag and place in refrigerator to marinate for 2 to 3 hours.
  • Heat grill to medium high heat. Place chicken on grill and cook until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees.
  • Remove chicken from grill and tent with foil. Place lemon wedges on grill. Cook until seared on each side.
  • Remove lemons from grill and squeeze over chicken. Serve immediately. Can be stored in airtight container in refrigerator.

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Grilled chicken marinated in a bright lemony marinade is great as a main dish and can be used in salads, wraps, tacos and snacks.

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