Description
Delicious grilled chicken thighs marinated in a zesty lemon and garlic mix, perfect for summer grilling!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. chicken thighs, boneless, skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 lemons, juiced + 1/2 lemon zested
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and whisk to combine.
- Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and toss in the marinade to ensure that they are well coated.
- Transfer the bowl to the fridge and allow to marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 8 hours. If time does not permit, you can grill the chicken thighs right away, you just won’t get the same depth of flavour.
- When the chicken is ready, preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken thighs to the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, or until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the thigh reaches 165°F.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken thighs from the grill, transfer to a plate, and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving to help preserve the juices.
- The chicken thighs can be served immediately or stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- This dish pairs well with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 120mg