Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken with Roasted Vegetables

Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken with Roasted Vegetables

By: Sammy Jones

Enjoy the beautiful outdoors with this delightful alfresco dining recipe. grilled lemon herb chicken paired with roasted vegetables.

Ingredients

• 4 skinless chicken breasts
• 2 lemons
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp minced garlic
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary leaves, chopped
• 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
• 1 red capsicum, sliced
• 1 red capsicum, sliced
• 1 red onion, sliced
• 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
• Fresh parsley, to garnish
• Salt & pepper, to taste

Method

• Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
• In a small bowl, combine the juice of 1 lemon, olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.
• Place the chicken breasts into a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Ensure the chicken is evenly coated. Allow to marinate for 30 mins.
• Meanwhile, preheat oven to 200°C.
• In a large baking dish, combine the sliced zucchinis, capsicum and red onion. Drizzle with olive oil, balsamic glaze, salt and pepper and toss until well coated.
• Place the baking dish into the oven for 20-25 mins or until tender and slightly caramelised. Stir occasionally.
• Meanwhile, grill the marinated chicken breasts for 6-8 mins per side. Squeeze juice of remaining lemon over the chicken.
• Once the chicken is cooked, remove from the grill and set aside for a few mins. Then, slice chicken breasts into thin strips.
• On a platter, serve grilled lemon herb chicken alongside the roasted vegetables. Garnish with fresh parsley.
• Tip: Don’t forget to have some refreshing beverages and a selection of sides or salads to accompany the main dish.