Description
Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Thighs are juicy, flavorful, and perfect for a summer barbecue. Marinated in a zesty lemon herb mixture, these chicken thighs are grilled to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 lemons (juiced and zested)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade and coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade and discard the marinade.
- Grill chicken thighs for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding other herbs like oregano or basil.
- Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Thighs, Grilled Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Summer BBQ