Lemon - Garlic Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
38%
Lemon - Garlic Chicken
45 min.
1
798kcal
11.95%sweetness
100%saltiness
57.37%sourness
47.64%bitterness
71.64%savoriness
67.72%fattiness
0%spiciness

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This Lemon-Garlic Chicken is a delicious and healthy dish that's perfect for a summer grill. The chicken is marinated in a mouth-watering combination of lemon juice, olive oil, mint, garlic, salt, and pepper, giving it a fresh and flavorful kick. With a cooking time of just 45 minutes, it's a quick and easy option for a weeknight dinner or a casual weekend get-together with friends and family. The recipe is both gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions. The chicken is packed with protein and has a good amount of fat, making it a filling and satisfying meal. The freshness of the lemon and mint adds a nice zing to the dish, while the garlic provides a savory punch. The result is a juicy and flavorful chicken dish that's sure to impress. So, fire up the grill and give this Lemon-Garlic Chicken a try! It's a simple yet delicious recipe that's perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

  •  chicken breast whole split
  • tablespoon mint leaves dried fresh
  • teaspoon garlic chopped
  • 0.5 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • serving salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • grill

Directions

  1. Wash and pat dry chicken breasts.
  2. Place chicken in a shallow glass dish.
  3. Combine lemon juice, olive oil, mint, garlic, salt and pepper.
  4. Pour over chicken breasts. Cover dish and marinate chicken for several hours or overnight in refrigerator, turning occasionally.
  5. Brush grill with vegetable oil.
  6. Place chicken on grill skin side up, about 6 inches from medium - hot coals. Cook, turning every 8 to 10 minutes, and baste occasionally. Grill

Nutrition Facts

Calories798kcal
Protein49.1%
Fat45.74%
Carbs5.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30
Glycemic Load
0.28
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
35.237391304348%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
7.5mg
Hesperetin
18.16mg
Naringenin
1.68mg
Apigenin
0.29mg
Luteolin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.5mg

Taste

Sweetness:
11.95%
Saltiness:
100%
Sourness:
57.37%
Bitterness:
47.64%
Savoriness:
71.64%
Fattiness:
67.72%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:797.61kcal
39.88%
Fat:40.06g
61.63%
Saturated Fat:6.49g
40.57%
Carbohydrates:10.16g
3.39%
Net Carbohydrates:9.33g
3.39%
Sugar:3.1g
3.45%
Cholesterol:289.28mg
96.43%
Sodium:721.95mg
31.39%
Protein:96.76g
193.53%
Vitamin B3:47.36mg
236.8%
Selenium:145.19µg
207.41%
Vitamin B6:3.49mg
174.26%
Phosphorus:967.2mg
96.72%
Vitamin C:55.16mg
66.87%
Vitamin B5:6.64mg
66.36%
Potassium:1838.86mg
52.54%
Vitamin E:5.08mg
33.84%
Magnesium:129.6mg
32.4%
Vitamin B2:0.49mg
28.64%
Vitamin B1:0.33mg
21.91%
Zinc:2.77mg
18.49%
Vitamin K:17.81µg
16.96%
Vitamin B12:0.9µg
15.07%
Iron:2.23mg
12.41%
Folate:48.27µg
12.07%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.59%
Copper:0.17mg
8.36%
Vitamin A:355.59IU
7.11%
Calcium:47.9mg
4.79%
Fiber:0.83g
3.32%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
3.01%
Source:Foodista