Broiled Chicken Breasts with Lemon and Rosemary
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
🥘 Yield: 6-8 servings
🥩 Category: Chicken
Description:
This delightful recipe for Broiled Chicken Breasts with Lemon and Rosemary has been a cherished secret in my kitchen for years. Although its origin remains a mystery to me, its flavor speaks volumes. The marinade infuses the chicken with a tantalizing blend of lemon, rosemary, and other savory spices, ensuring each bite is bursting with succulent goodness. And here’s a tip: make extra because the leftovers are even more divine the next day!
Ingredients:
- 6-8 chicken breast halves
- 2 tbsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp fresh ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp seasoning salt
- 1 tsp garlic granules
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1-2 tbsp white wine
- 1-2 tsp dried tarragon
- 1 tbsp chives
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
- 1-2 cloves garlic
- 3 tsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup butter
Instructions:
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Prep the Chicken: If desired, trim excess fat from chicken breasts.
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Season the Meat: Sprinkle the meaty side of each chicken breast evenly with dried rosemary, fresh ground black pepper, seasoning salt, and garlic granules.
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Add Lemon and Oil: Drizzle the chicken breasts with fresh lemon juice, then rub them with extra virgin olive oil.
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Marinate: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a plastic bag and marinate them in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours. This allows the flavors to meld and permeate the meat.
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Prepare the Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine the remaining lemon juice, white wine, dried tarragon, chives, parsley, and garlic. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then allow it to reduce by about half.
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Thicken the Sauce: Add the cornstarch mixture to the sauce, stirring constantly. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
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Finish the Sauce: Once thickened, remove the sauce from the heat and gradually add the butter, one teaspoon at a time, stirring until each addition is fully incorporated. Allow the sauce to cool.
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Preheat the Grill: Prepare your charcoal or gas grill for medium-low heat. If using charcoal, ensure the coals are evenly distributed.
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Grill the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken breasts on the grill, meaty side up. Brush each breast generously with the prepared sauce.
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Baste and Cook: Grill the chicken for approximately 30 minutes, basting it with the sauce several times and turning it once halfway through cooking. If using a gas grill, maintain a medium-low heat setting.
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Adjust Heat: After the initial 30 minutes of grilling, stir up the coals or increase the heat to medium.
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Continue Cooking: Baste the chicken again and turn it, this time meaty side down. Continue grilling until the chicken is just slightly charred and cooked through.
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Final Touches: Remove the chicken from the grill and brush it with any remaining sauce for an extra burst of flavor.
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Serve: Serve the Broiled Chicken Breasts with Lemon and Rosemary immediately for a mouthwatering feast, or allow them to chill before serving for a refreshing twist.
This recipe promises to elevate any mealtime occasion with its vibrant flavors and juicy tenderness. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or enjoying a cozy family dinner, these broiled chicken breasts are sure to steal the show!
