Mediterranean Diet Classic Chicken BBQ
Elevate your backyard grilling game with this Mediterranean Diet Classic Chicken BBQ, a healthy and flavor-packed twist on a traditional favorite. This recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts marinated in a vibrant blend of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and aromatic Mediterranean spices like oregano, thyme, cumin, and smoked paprika. The result is a perfectly charred, smoky, and herbaceous dish that’s both nutritious and delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes of cooking and prep time (plus marinating), this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Garnished with fresh parsley and paired with sides like grilled vegetables, crisp green salads, or fluffy whole-grain couscous, this recipe brings wholesome Mediterranean flavors straight to your table. Perfect for lovers of healthy BBQ recipes, Mediterranean-inspired meals, and simple gourmet cooking!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 0.25 cup lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
Step 2
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, turning them to ensure they are fully coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for best results.
Step 3
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Step 4
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off.
Step 5
Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and they are no longer pink in the center.
Step 6
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes to redistribute the juices.
Step 7
Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the grilled chicken before serving.
Step 8
Serve the Mediterranean BBQ chicken with your favorite sides such as grilled vegetables, a green salad, or whole-grain couscous to complete the meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (897.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1731.9 |
| Total Fat 82.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g | |
| Cholesterol 591.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2884.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 17.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.7g | |
| Protein 219.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 311.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2589.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories