Balsamic Lemon Grilled Chicken Breasts

by MacroMeals
Prep: 10m
Cook: 10m
poultry
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Ingredients
Servings:4
1/4cupbalsamic vinegar
2tbspolive oil
1 1/2tsplemon juice
1/2tsplemon-pepper seasoning
1 1/2lbboneless skinless chicken breast
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Instructions
  1. 1

    Marinate the chicken

    In a large resealable bag or bowl, combine the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice and lemon-pepper seasoning. Add the chicken breasts and turn to coat evenly. Seal and refrigerate at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours. Just before grilling, drain and discard the marinade.

  1. 2

    Prep the grill

    Clean the grill grates and preheat to medium. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and, using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack to prevent sticking.

  2. 3

    Grill

    Grill the chicken, covered, over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until a thermometer inserted in the thickest part reads 170°F. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing so the juices redistribute.

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Balsamic Lemon Grilled Chicken Breasts

Created by: MacroMeals

Prep Time: 10m
Cook Time: 10m
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp lemon-pepper seasoning
  • 1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chickenIn a large resealable bag or bowl, combine the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice and lemon-pepper seasoning. Add the chicken breasts and turn to coat evenly. Seal and refrigerate at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours. Just before grilling, drain and discard the marinade.
  2. Prep the grillClean the grill grates and preheat to medium. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and, using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack to prevent sticking.
  3. GrillGrill the chicken, covered, over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until a thermometer inserted in the thickest part reads 170°F. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing so the juices redistribute.

Notes & Tips

Weeknight staple. 34g protein and 207 calories per breast, with about 1g carbs, so it fits almost any macro split. The balsamic and lemon do double duty here: they build flavor and their acidity keeps lean chicken breast from drying out on the grill. Don't push the marinade past 4 hours or the acid starts breaking the meat down too far. Grill a batch on Sunday and slice it over salads, grain bowls, or wraps all week.