lemon chicken breast
INGREDIENTS
1 Clove garlic, coarsely chopped
2 Teaspoon honey
2 Teaspoon kosher salt
1 Teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 Sprig fresh thyme leaves
1 lemon, zest and juice
1/2 Cup high-quality olive oil or vegetable oil
6 (6 oz) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 lemon, cut into wedges, for serving
PREPARATION
Steps
1
To make the marinade, add the garlic, honey, salt, pepper, thyme, lemon juice and zest to a small mixing bowl. Whisk until the salt crystals and honey dissolve. Slowly whisk in the olive oil.
2
Place the chicken breast in a large resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them, massaging the bag to distribute the marinade evenly.
3
Refrigerate for 4 hours.
4
When ready to cook, set Z Grill temperature to 400°F and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.
5
Drain the chicken breasts and discard the marinade.
6
Arrange the chicken breasts directly on the grill grate and cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
7
If desired, grill the reserved lemon wedges alongside the chicken, cut sides down, for 15 minutes.
8
Serve the chicken on a platter or plates with the lemon wedges.