Zesty Lemon Herb Chicken with Garden Vegetables
This tangy and flavorful chicken dish is packed with fresh herbs and vibrant vegetables. The juicy chicken breast is marinated in zesty lemon and paired with a medley of colorful veggies, creating a satisfying low calorie meal that bursts with summer flavors.
ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (4 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Fresh parsley for garnish
steps
- 1.
In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, thyme leaves, rosemary leaves, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- 2.
Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Ensuring each chicken breast is coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- 3.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates.
- 4.
Remove chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6 minutes per side or until cooked through.
- 5.
In the meantime, prepare the vegetables by tossing zucchini, red bell pepper, red onion, and cherry tomatoes with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place them on a grill pan and cook until tender and slightly charred, about 8-10 minutes.
- 6.
Serve the grilled lemon herb chicken breast alongside the roasted vegetables. Garnish with fresh parsley.
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