Description
A delightful dish that combines fresh flavors of lemon and garlic with tender chicken, perfect for family dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 lemons (juiced and zested)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup capers
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade and let them sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and juices run clear.
- In a small saucepan, combine chicken broth and capers. Heat on low until warmed through.
- Serve the grilled chicken topped with the caper sauce and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
Marinate the chicken longer for deeper flavor. Ensure your grill is hot for nice grill marks. Add herbs like thyme or oregano for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Grilled Chicken, Lemon Garlic, Piccata, Easy Recipe, Family Dinner