Lemon Bar-B-Que Chicken Beasts

Julia Ann

Lemon juice, lemon zest and roasted red pepper flakes give the tartness and heat to these chicken breast filet. Herb and a seasonings give an extra flavor for mild barbecue taste.

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Prep Time 1

Total Time 2

Course Entree

Cuisine Italian

Servings

Calories 244 kcal

Equipment

Glass bowl to marinade
Broiler pan

Ingredients

2 chicken beasts boneless
¼ c olive oil extra virgin
2 teaspoons lemon zest finely grated lemon rind
1 tbsp lemon juice fresh lemon
1 clove garlic large clove minced
½ teaspoon roasted red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon whole rosemary leaves dried
⅛ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 sprig fresh rosemary or parsley

Instructions

Cut the chicken breasts into 3-4 strips.
Make the marinade, barbecue sauce, by mixing the oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic , crushed roasted red peppers and dried whole rosemary in a small mixing bowl.
Add salt and pepper, more or less to taste. Whisk to blend.
Place the chicken in shallow glass bowl; pour marinade over the chicken pieces.
Cover bowl and marinate in refrigerator at least 1 hour to 4 hours.
Preheat the oven broiler (or use a grill).
Prepare broiler pan by covering with aluminum foil.
Place chicken strips on broiler pan.
Cook under hot broiler or on the grill for 6-8 minutes, turning until tender.
Put on serving plate garnished with rosemary, parsley sprig or lemon wedge,

Notes

The right internal temperature for cooked chicken is 165° F.

Nutrition

Calories: 244kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 146mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 6mgIron: 1mg

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