# Lemon Pepper Grilled Chicken

## Description
Learn how to make delicious and juicy lemon pepper grilled chicken, perfect for a healthy and flavorful meal. This recipe is part of a grilled chicken challenge, offering a simple yet satisfying dish.

## Quick Facts
- Calories: 300 per serving
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 46 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Difficulty: easy
- Cuisine: American
- Health Score: 7.5/10

## Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 300
- Protein: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fat: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 575mg

## Dietary Information
This recipe is: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free

## Ingredients (4 servings)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon onion granules
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 lb chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)

## Instructions
1. To a bowl, add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of fresh black pepper, 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of onion granules, and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest.
2. Mix all the marinade ingredients together until well combined.
3. Add 1 lb of chicken thighs to the bowl, ensuring they are fully covered in the marinade. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Place the marinated chicken thighs on the grill and cook over direct heat for 4-5 minutes per side, with the grill covered.
5. Flip the chicken thighs and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes per side, ensuring nice grill marks are achieved. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
6. Remove the grilled chicken from the heat and enjoy your delicious and juicy lemon pepper chicken.

## Allergen Information
Contains: poultry

## Tags
grilled chicken, lemon pepper, healthy, easy, high protein

## Source
Recipe by: Kyle Launer
Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/hgJRr7b0uyM?si=0kxKtfjUHKry7jdP

## Machine-Readable Data

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