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    Urban Bliss Life » All Recipes » 30-Minute Meals » Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken

    Published: July 2, 2018 / Updated: May 10, 2021 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken

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    lemon grilled chicken
    lemon grilled chicken with herbs and text overlay.

    This simple Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken with fresh herbs is a mouthwatering, flavorful recipe that's ideal for weeknight family meals and large weekend barbecues.

    Grilled lemon pepper chicken with fresh rosemary.

    I've always been about the simple, easy, delicious meals, but this summer I've become almost fanatical about it. I refuse to waste my time shopping for extra ingredients I don't already have on hand. One more trip to the store or farmer's market? No thank you. Enter this simple Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken.

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    • 🌟 What makes this chicken dish amazing
    • 🛒 Ingredient notes
    • ✅ Step-by-step instructions
    • ❓Recipe FAQs
    • 🍽 What to serve with this chicken
    • 🍷 Best wine pairings for this chicken dish
    • More grilling recipes
    • Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken

    🌟 What makes this chicken dish amazing

    grilled lemon pepper chicken with lemon slices and herbs.

    This is one of those delicious dishes that may soon find its way into your regular dinner rotation. Here are just a few reasons why:

    Quick: this lemon pepper chicken takes less than 30 minutes to make from start to finish!

    Simple ingredients: it uses ingredients you probably already have on hand or are easy to get. No trips to specialty food markets!

    Healthy: The skinless chicken is low in calories but this dish doesn't sacrifice any flavor.

    🛒 Ingredient notes

    fresh herbs and lemon

    The best recipes start with simple, fresh ingredients. For this simple grilled lemon pepper chicken, I use:

    Skinless chicken breasts - While I love crispy skin on bone-in chicken, the flavors in this dish come through even better with skinless chicken breasts.

    Fresh rosemary - If you have a garden, rosemary is an easy-to-grow, hardy herb that goes great in a lot of dishes. And it's easy to find at most grocery stores as well.

    Fresh thyme - Using fresh over dried thyme really enhances the herby flavor of this dish.

    Cracked black pepper - I use a generous serving of pepper to ensure it's seasoned well.

    ✅ Step-by-step instructions

    Lemon pepper chicken marinating.
    Lemon pepper chicken cooking on grill.
    1. Generously season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add the herbs, lemon juice, olive oil, and seasoned chicken to a large ziplock bag. Marinade for at least 30 minutes, preferably 1-2 hours. You can also marinade the chicken overnight.
    2. Once you're ready to cook the chicken, get the grill heated to medium-high (about 400 degrees), and grill each chicken breast for 5-7 minutes on each side.
    Grilled lemon pepper chicken on the grill
    Grilled lemon pepper chicken on the grill with tongs.

    3. Grilling Tip: if you want the fancy grill marks everyone loves, try to only turn the chicken once on each side. Or, for a criss-cross design, turn 45 degrees to finish off the grill time on each chicken. That's it!

    ❓Recipe FAQs

    Can you use this chicken in other dishes?

    Absolutely! You can cut it up and use in salads, pastas, or shred and use in sandwiches. I love how tasty this chicken is - the lemon and fresh herbs are so perfect for summertime feasts!

    How long should I marinade the lemon pepper chicken?

    Marinade for a minimum of 30 minutes. For maximum flavor, marinade overnight so the chicken can absorb all of the delicious flavors.

    🍽 What to serve with this chicken

    To make a complete meal out of this dish, try serving it with Rosemary Roasted Glazed Carrots, Corn with Basil Lime Butter, or Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Apples.

    🍷 Best wine pairings for this chicken dish

    Line 39 Sauvignon Blanc

    I pair this chicken dish with a bright Sauvignon Blanc. The citrus flavors in this wine help bring out the bright acidity of the lemon and the savory herbs in the chicken.

    You can also pair this with a stainless steel (unoaked) Chardonnay, like my favorite: Stoller Family Estate Chardonnay.

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      Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken
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    Did you make this recipe? Don't forget to leave a 5-Star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 rating in the recipe card, and if you really loved it, please leave a comment further down on the page. Thank you!

    lemon grilled chicken with herbs on a platter.

    Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken

    5 from 8 votes
    Prep Time: 30 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 15 minutes mins
    Total Time: 45 minutes mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    This simple, flavorful chicken recipe is perfect for easy weeknight dinners and you can double it for BBQs, picnics, parties! 
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 254kcal
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    Ingredients

    • salt and pepper
    • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
    • ¼ cup lemon juice (the juice from about one large lemon)
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon chopped rosemary
    • 1 teaspoon chopped thyme

    Instructions

    • Generously season chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper. 
    • Add lemon juice, olive oil, rosemary, and thyme to a large ziplock bag. Add seasoned chicken. Seal well and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 1-2 hours, and up to 8 hours or overnight. 
      Simple Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken
    • When you're ready to grill, heat the grill to medium-high. Once the grill is hot, add the chicken and grill for 5-7 minutes on each side. Remove from grill and let rest on a plate for 5 minutes before serving. 
      Simple Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken

    Notes

    You can  easily double or triple this recipe if cooking for a larger group. Just make sure you don't crowd the chicken in the ziplock bags when marinating or when grilling. 
    Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 132mg | Potassium: 442mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 74IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

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      1. Denay DeGuzman says

        July 02, 2018 at 11:33 pm

        This recipe for lemon herb grilled chicken looks so darn tasty! I love that it's quick and simple to prepare. A perfect mid-week meal!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 2:10 am

          That's my favorite part about it! :)

      2. Pech says

        July 02, 2018 at 11:23 pm

        Nice and easy!! It's amazing how generous fresh herbs with olive oil and a little fire can be all you need!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 2:09 am

          Right?! :)

      3. Summer Sorensen says

        July 02, 2018 at 11:22 pm

        Looks delicious! I love discovering new ways to prepare grilled chicken.

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 2:08 am

          Thank you! :)

      4. Hillary Harper says

        July 02, 2018 at 10:57 pm

        Simple recipes like this make life so much more stress-free on busy week nights!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 2:08 am

          I agree! I love not having to worry about dinner!

      5. Everydaydonia says

        July 02, 2018 at 10:54 pm

        I am definitely trying this recipe because i love chicken 😊

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 2:07 am

          Yay! I'm happy to hear it!

      6. Betsy says

        July 02, 2018 at 10:29 pm

        Yum! I love simple recipes like this. I bet it's got tons of flavor.

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 2:07 am

          I love simple as well! :)

      7. Sheree says

        July 02, 2018 at 8:11 pm

        Yummy thanks for sharing, this recipe looks delicious, it looks like the perfect meal for a summer night, excited to try it!

        ~xo Sheree
        poshclassymom.com

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 2:06 am

          Let me know how you like it! Thanks, Sheree! :)

      8. Jennifer says

        July 02, 2018 at 8:03 pm

        5 stars
        This recipe looks so delicious! I love that it looks light and refreshing.

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 2:05 am

          Thanks, Jennifer!

      9. Mary says

        July 02, 2018 at 7:12 pm

        I'm with you on summer dinners, especially during weeknights. It's so easy to throw a few on hand ingredients to make a delicious marinade! This looks delicious and fresh, and I bet it's fantastic with Sauvignon Blanc.

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 2:05 am

          Yes! It really is! One of my fav pairings! :)

      10. Tasia b says

        July 02, 2018 at 5:09 pm

        This looks AMAZING! Lemon chicken is one of my husbands favorites. I’ll definitely have to try this recipe!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 2:03 am

          Let me know how it is! :)

      11. Britt | Sweet Tea and Thyme says

        July 02, 2018 at 1:00 pm

        Lemon and herbs take any protein and makes it delicious, lol. Great recipe!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 2:03 am

          I agree! I love adding lemon and herbs for a nice twist!

      12. Meredith says

        July 02, 2018 at 12:25 pm

        5 stars
        I am always looking out for quick, easy and delicious grilling recipes. Thank you for this... I am sure my whole family will love it!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 2:02 am

          Yay! Let me know how you like it! :)

      13. Jamie Young says

        July 02, 2018 at 12:06 pm

        5 stars
        I just snipped some fresh thyme from my neighbor's garden (with her permission) I may just have to go snip more! I love the lemon and herbs you put with this chicken. It sounds like a delicious summer meal!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 2:01 am

          You definitely should! Thank you, Jamie! :)

      14. Elaine @ Dishes Delish says

        July 02, 2018 at 11:50 am

        5 stars
        Lemon pairs so well with chicken, especially with the herbs you used!!! Your recipe looks not only delicious but super easy!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 2:01 am

          I agree! It really is! I love quick and easy meals! Thank you, Elaine!

      15. Sheila says

        July 02, 2018 at 2:43 am

        Dropping by to say thank you for sharing this recipe. It was a nice change from the usual fried chicken. It was a surprise that even my kids loved it.

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          July 06, 2018 at 2:00 am

          I'm so glad that they liked it! Thanks, Sheila! :)

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