Okay, so yesterday I tried making lemon pepper chicken breast on the grill, and let me tell you, it turned out pretty good! I’m no chef, but I like to experiment in the kitchen, and this one was a winner. Here’s what I did:
Getting Started
First, I grabbed a couple of boneless, skinless chicken breasts from the fridge. I like to use the ones that are not too thick, you know? They cook more evenly that way.
The Marinade Magic
Next up, the marinade. This is where the flavor really comes in. In a bowl, I mixed together:
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice (I used like, two whole lemons)
- A good amount of lemon pepper seasoning – don’t be shy!
- A little bit of olive oil, just to keep things moist
- A pinch of salt
- Some minced garlic, cause I love that garlic test.
I whisked all that stuff together until it was nicely combined. Then, I put the chicken breasts in the bowl and made sure they were completely covered in the marinade. I massaged it in a little, for good measure,make chicken get full flavor.
The Waiting Game
Then, into the fridge it went! I let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes. You could probably do it for longer, even overnight, for extra flavor. But I was hungry, so 30 minutes it was.
Grill Time!
While the chicken was marinating, I preheated my grill to medium-high heat. I made sure the grates were clean and oiled them up a bit to prevent sticking.
Once the grill was hot, I took the chicken out of the fridge and placed it directly on the grates. I closed the lid and let it cook for about 5-7 minutes per side. It really depends on the thickness of your chicken, so keep an eye on it!
You’ll know it’s done when the juices run clear when you poke it with a fork, or even better, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature – it should be 165°F (74°C).
Serving It Up
Once it was cooked through, I took the chicken off the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it up. This helps keep it juicy.
And that’s it! I served it with some roasted vegetables and a simple salad. It was a super easy and delicious meal, and the lemon pepper flavor was just perfect. Definitely give it a try!
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