Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Piccata: Juicy and Easy Weeknight Dinner
A delightful recipe for juicy lemon herb grilled chicken piccata that is easy to make for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 lemons, juiced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup capers
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium heat.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
- Top with capers and parsley before serving.
Notes
- Be careful not to overcook the chicken to keep it juicy.
- Serve with a side of vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Piccata, chicken recipe, easy dinner