Description
Enjoy a delicious and healthy dinner with this Grilled Lemon Garlic Chicken served with Roasted Broccoli. The zesty flavors of lemon and garlic perfectly complement the tender grilled chicken, while the roasted broccoli adds a delightful crunch to the meal.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
For the Broccoli:
- 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, salt, pepper, and paprika. Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish or resealable bag, pour marinade over them, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 5 to 7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Roast the Broccoli: While the chicken is grilling, preheat the oven to 425°F. Place broccoli florets on a baking sheet, drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes, and toss to coat. Roast broccoli for 18 to 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and slightly crisp on the edges.
- Serve: Serve grilled chicken alongside roasted broccoli with extra lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts if preferred.
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Add grated Parmesan to the broccoli before roasting for a cheesy twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with broccoli
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
