Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Lemon-Garlic Herb Rubbed Chicken

Simple & Delicious!
...and also great on fish and grilled vegetables!

Ingredients:
1 1/2 tablespoons finely minced or pressed garlic
1 large or 2 small lemons, zested and juiced
1/3-1/2 cup minced fresh herbs, preferably a combo of basil, rosemary, and oregano
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4-6 tablespoons (or more) extra virgin olive oil
1.5-2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Directions:
Combine garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, herbs, salt and pepper.  Add olive oil until mixture comes together like a thick sauce.  If you have a mini food processor, you can blend the mixture until it becomes the consistency of a chunky pesto.  (I did the food processor step.  Didn't want there to be big chunks of herbs in my bites!) 

Rub mixture over chicken and/or vegetables and let sit for 20-30 minutes.  When ready to cook, preheat outdoor grill or indoor grill pan.  Cook a few minutes on each side, turning only once, until done (internal temp should be about 165 degrees).  

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