Easy Mustard-Lemon Chicken ππ
Description: This delightful Easy Mustard-Lemon Chicken recipe is perfect for a quick yet flavorful meal. Tender chicken breasts infused with zesty lemon and tangy mustard make for a tantalizing dish that’s sure to please everyone at the table!
- Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
- Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Chicken, Poultry, Meat, European, Spring, Summer, Winter, Weeknight, Refrigerator, Beginner Cook, Easy, Inexpensive
- Servings: 6
- Calories per serving: 192.6
- Prep Time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 6 | Boneless skinless chicken breast halves |
| 1/3 cup | Lemon juice |
| 1/4 cup | Coarse grain mustard |
| 3 tbsp | Sugar |
| 2 tbsp | Olive oil |
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat them dry using paper towels.
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Marinating the Chicken:
- Place the chicken breasts in a large plastic bag set in a shallow dish to catch any spills.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, coarse grain mustard, sugar, and olive oil to create the marinade.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken in the plastic bag, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated.
- Seal the bag tightly, removing as much air as possible.
- Place the bag in the refrigerator and allow the chicken to marinate for 2 to 4 hours, turning the bag occasionally to ensure even marination.
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Grilling the Chicken:
- After marinating, remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Drain the chicken, reserving the marinade for basting.
- Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- While grilling, baste the chicken with the reserved marinade every few minutes to keep them moist and enhance the flavor.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once the chicken is cooked through and has a nice charred exterior, remove it from the grill and transfer to a serving platter.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Serve hot with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, salad, or rice.
- Discard any leftover marinade as it may contain raw chicken juices.
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Bon AppΓ©tit!
- Now, sit back, relax, and enjoy this succulent Mustard-Lemon Chicken with your loved ones. It’s a simple yet impressive dish that’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a busy weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue feast!
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 192.6
- Fat: 5.9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 65.8mg
- Sodium: 73.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 7.5g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 6.6g
- Protein: 26.2g
This Easy Mustard-Lemon Chicken recipe is not only delicious but also nutritious, providing a balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates to fuel your body. Enjoy every bite of this flavorful dish and savor the goodness it brings to your mealtime!
