Description
Lemon Rosemary Grilled Chicken Tenders are a vibrant dish that unites bright lemon flavor with aromatic rosemary, making it perfect for both busy weeknights and casual gatherings. This recipe is not only quick to prepare—taking less than 10 minutes on the grill—but also offers a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors thanks to a simple marinade. With tender chicken breast cooked to perfection, it’s an effortless yet gourmet meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Chicken Breast Tenderloins
- 4 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1/4 Cup Lemon Juice
- 1/3 Cup Honey
- 3 Cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/4 Teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1/4 Teaspoon Rosemary
- Fresh Basil for garnish
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic, oregano, and rosemary in a bowl.
- Place the chicken tenderloins in a zip-top bag or dish and pour marinade over them. Reserve some for basting.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 6 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium indirect heat.
- Grill chicken for 2-3 minutes per side, basting with reserved marinade until cooked through.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 3-5 minutes before serving with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken tender (38g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For an extra kick, consider adding red pepper flakes to the marinade. Feel free to substitute rosemary with thyme for a different flavor profile.