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Citrus-Garlic Grilled Chicken Strips

Citrus-Garlic Grilled Chicken Strips bring bright lemon notes and mellow garlic to juicy, char-kissed pieces of chicken. The simple marinade lets the citrus shine while a hint of pepper rounds out the flavor, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual cookouts. Serve with a fresh salad, rice, or warm flatbreads to soak up the tangy juices.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Citrus-Garlic Grilled Chicken Strips
  1. 1

    Combine oil, lemon juice, garlic, onion powder, pepper, and salt in a large gallon-sized zip-top bag; seal and shake well.

  2. 2

    Add chicken and shake again; place in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 2 hours.

  3. 3

    Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.

  4. 4

    Place the chicken on the grill over indirect heat, baste with the marinade, and cover; grill for 10 minutes.

  5. 5

    Baste again, then flip and baste the other side; cover and continue grilling until no longer pink in the centers and juices run clear, about 10 minutes more.