Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken with Garlic Butter Sauce
This sensational recipe features succulent grilled chicken infused with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs, topped with a luscious garlic butter sauce. Tender and flavorful, it's the perfect centerpiece for your romantic dinner.
ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and black pepper, to tasteGarlic Butter Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt, to taste
steps
- 1.
In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
- 2.
Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- 3.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess marinade.
- 4.
Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side or until cooked through, with grill marks.
- 5.
While the chicken cooks, prepare the garlic butter sauce. In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, lemon zest, and salt.
- 6.
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Drizzle the garlic butter sauce over the chicken.
- 7.
Serve the Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken with Garlic Butter Sauce alongside your favorite sides and enjoy the romantic dinner!
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