Marinated Grilled Chicken With Herb Butter
Marinated Grilled Chicken with Herb Butter is a classic Hessian cuisine dish that is perfect for a summer barbecue or a cozy family dinner. The combination of marinated grilled chicken with a flavorful herb butter is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and coat them with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
- While the chicken is grilling, prepare the herb butter. In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, parsley, chives, dill, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Serve the grilled chicken with a dollop of herb butter on top.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 2g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Grill Tongs Bowl Basting brush
Tools
Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Marinated Grilled Chicken with Herb Butter alongside a fresh green salad and grilled vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, try adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the grilled chicken just before serving.
Cost
$15