Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight) to allow flavors to meld.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare the cooking surface with nonstick spray.
- Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) with a golden brown exterior.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg