Grilled Garlic Lemon Chicken

It's easy and tastes great to make Grilled Garlic Lemon Chicken, which has the sour tang of lemon and the salty goodness of garlic. This dish is great for a quick dinner during the week or a barbecue on the weekend.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 lemons, juiced and zested
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions:

In a bowl, mix minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes to make the marinade

Place chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish, and pour the marinade over them

Ensure the chicken is well coated

Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat

Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess marinade

Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165F 75C and the juices run clear

Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving

Serve hot, garnished with fresh lemon slices and chopped parsley if desired