Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Fresh Basil
Lemon Basil Grilled Chicken pairs tender chicken with a tart, fresh marinade of lemon peel, lemon juice, garlic, corn oil, salt, and fragrant basil. Grilling brings out the bright citrus and herbal flavor while keeping the dish simple and light, making it a fitting choice for a summer lunch, casual dinner, or outdoor gathering.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook12 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Fresh Basil, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 16 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 56
- Heart Health
- 60
- Metabolic
- 13
- Digestive
- 33
- Inflammatory
- 57
- Performance
- 49
- General Wellness
- 1
Lightly pound the chicken to an even 3/4-inch thickness. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and place it in a large resealable plastic bag.
- 2
Combine lemon peel, lemon juice, garlic, salt, oil, and basil in a blender or food processor. Pulse for 30 seconds or until well blended.
- 3
Pour the marinade over the chicken, seal the bag, and turn to coat the chicken thoroughly. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to overnight.
- 4
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat or about 400 degrees F.
- 5
Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
- 6
Grill for 4 to 6 minutes per side or until cooked through.
- 7
Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with additional basil, if desired.
- Calories 166.37 kcal Moderate 8%
- Protein 26.5 g Good Source 53%
- Carbohydrate 1.22 g 0%
- Total Fat 6.09 g Moderate 8%
- Saturated Fat 0.65 g Low Source 3%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 70.31 mg High 23%
- Sodium 61.85 mg Low Source 3%
- Dietary Fiber 0.12 g Low Source 0%
- Total Sugars 0.17 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 11.0 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 0.86 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 24.67 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 10.63 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 1.4 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Fresh Basil is made with 8 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 32 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chicken Breast, Corn Oil, Dried Lemon Peel, and Fresh Basil. Each serving provides about 166.37 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Fresh Basil made of?
- The main ingredients are Chicken Breast, Corn Oil, Dried Lemon Peel, Fresh Basil, Garlic. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Fresh Basil?
- About 32 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 12 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 166.37 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Fresh Basil easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Fresh Basil healthy?
- Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Fresh Basil has an easyChef Pro health score of 53/100. Per serving, it provides 166.37 calories and 26.5 g of protein, or 53% of the Daily Value. It contains Citrus, Corn and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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