
Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken with Roasted Vegetables
30min
40min
5
340
Chef's Note
This lighter alternative replaces the fatty steak and butter with lean chicken and a yogurt-based sauce. Pounding the chicken breasts to an even thickness ensures they cook evenly. For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for up to 4 hours in the refrigerator. The Greek yogurt sauce can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated until serving.
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Ingredients
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
2 tablespoons fresh thyme
3 tablespoons fresh parsley
4 cloves garlic cloves
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons dijon mustard
1 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
2 whole lemon
2 medium zucchini
2 medium bell peppers
2 cups cherry tomatoes
1 medium red onion
1 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
1/2 cup greek yogurt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- 2
Place chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound to an even 1/2-inch thickness.
- 3
In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons each of finely chopped rosemary and thyme, 2 tablespoons parsley, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, and the juice and zest of 1 lemon.
- 4
Reserve 2 tablespoons of this mixture for later, then coat the chicken breasts with the remaining marinade. Let rest for 15 minutes while preparing vegetables.
- 5
Cut zucchini and bell peppers into 1-inch chunks. Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the red onion into wedges.
- 6
Place vegetables on a large baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and 1 teaspoon dried oregano. Toss to coat evenly.
- 7
Roast vegetables in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.
- 8
While vegetables are roasting, combine 1/4 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs with 1 tablespoon parsley and the reserved 2 tablespoons of herb marinade. Press this mixture onto one side of each chicken breast.
- 9
Grill chicken breasts, breadcrumb-side up first, for 4-5 minutes. Carefully flip and grill for another 4-5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 10
For the yogurt sauce, mix 1/2 cup Greek yogurt with the remaining minced garlic clove, juice of half a lemon, and 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
- 11
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- 12
Squeeze the remaining half lemon over the roasted vegetables.
- 13
Serve sliced chicken alongside the roasted vegetables with a dollop of the yogurt sauce on top or on the side.
- 14
Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
340
38g
18g
12g
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