Grilled Lemon-Rosemary Marinated Chicken

A Burst of Flavors!

Welcome! Get ready to experience the magic of succulent marinated chicken infused with the zesty goodness of lemon, the aromatic charm of fresh rosemary, and the rich umami of soy sauce and balsamic vinegar. This delightful recipe, complimented with Dijon mustard, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and fresh garlic, will take your grilling game to a whole new level. Let's dive right in and get cooking.

Servings: 4 servings

Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus marinating time — 2-8 hours)

Cook Time: 8-10 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

 

 Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (approximately 1 lemon)
• 4 garlic cloves, chopped
• 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary, leaves removed and rough chopped
• 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
   
   
  

   
   

  Instructions:

   
  

  Marinating Magic:

   

  1. To create the marinade, gather your ingredients and prepare the immersion blender. Why an immersion blender, you ask? This wonderful tool helps emulsify the marinade, ensuring all the flavors blend harmoniously and coat the chicken evenly, resulting in an explosion of taste in every bite!
      
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, black pepper, and the chopped rosemary leaves. Now, the moment of magic—insert the immersion blender into the bowl and blend the ingredients until a smooth and luscious marinade forms.
      
  3. Butterfly the chicken breasts by carefully cutting them horizontally. Cover the butterflied chicken breast with plastic wrap and, using a meat mallet or rolling pin, gently pound it to a uniform thickness of about 1/2 inch. Repeat with the remaining chicken breasts.
      
  4. Butterflying and pounding the chicken not only ensures even cooking but also provides more surface area for the marinade to seep in, guaranteeing a juicy and flavorful result.
      
  5. Place the pounded chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow glass dish and pour the prepared marinade over them. Ensure all of the chicken is coated with marinade. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and let the chicken bask in all the flavors for at least 2 hours, or up to 8, in the refrigerator.

  
  

   

  Grilling Extravaganza:

   

  1. Take the marinated chicken out of the refrigerator and allow it to come to room temperature — 30-45 minutes.
      
  2. Fire up your grill to medium-high heat, clean the grates if necessary, and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking. 
      
  3. Once the grill is ready, lower the heat to medium, and place the chicken breasts on the hot grates. Grill each side for about 4-5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken turns a beautiful golden-brown hue, thanks to the caramelization of the marinade.

  
  

   

  Serving Sensation:

   

  1. Remove the chicken from the grill and cover with foil. Let it rest, for 5 minutes before serving to lock in the juices.
      
  2. Arrange the Lemon-Rosemary Grilled Chicken on a platter and garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and grilled lemon slices for an extra pop of color and flavor.
      
  3. Pair this delicious grilled lemon-rosemary marinated chicken with our Mediterranean Rice Pilaf, your favorite side dishes or a crisp summer salad for a truly delightful meal.
      
     

     
      

     You're going to enjoy this Grilled Lemon-Rosemary Marinated Chicken as much as we do! Bursting with flavor, the combination of fresh lemon, rosemary, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and fresh garlic has elevated the humble chicken breast to a gourmet delight. The use of an immersion blender ensures a smooth and cohesive marinade, while butterflying and pounding the chicken breasts guarantees a tender and juicy result. So gather your friends and family, fire up the grill, and treat them to this "Oh la la" grilled lemon-rosemary marinated chicken. Bon appétit!

      

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