Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Marinating Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

This Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken recipe is a simple and flavorful dish perfect for grilling out during the warmer months. The combination of zesty lemon and cracked black pepper creates a delicious marinade that enhances the chicken’s natural flavors.

Ideal for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners, this recipe for the grill is easy to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends.

Easy Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken

This recipe features chicken marinated in a mixture of lemon juice, olive oil, and pepper, then grilled to perfection. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and cook, serving 4 people.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Fresh lemon slices for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, and oregano.
Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Grill the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. 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).