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Traeger Kitchen

Lemon Herb Chicken

Prep Time

10 Minutes

Cook Time

30 Minutes

Effort

Pellets

Mesquite

Served hot or cold this easy chicken recipe is winner, winner, delicious dinner. It has the 3 most flavorful herbs and fresh lemons so every tangy bite will make you happy.

Ingredients

How many people are you serving?

6

Units of Measurement:

main

  • 6 Whole chicken breasts

  • 1 Tablespoon chopped thyme

  • 1 Tablespoon rosemary, chopped

  • 1 Tablespoon fresh chopped basil

  • 2 Whole lemon, juiced

  • 1 Tablespoon lemon zest

  • 1 Teaspoon salt

  • 1 Teaspoon black pepper

  • 3 Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Steps

  • 1

    In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and coat the chicken breasts. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour.

    Ingredients

    • 6 Whole chicken breasts

    • 1 Tablespoon chopped thyme

    • 1 Tablespoon rosemary, chopped

    • 1 Tablespoon fresh chopped basil

    • 2 Whole lemon, juiced

    • 1 Tablespoon lemon zest

    • 1 Teaspoon salt

    • 1 Teaspoon black pepper

    • 3 Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • 2

    Set the temperature to High and preheat, lid closed (10-15 minutes).

    Grill: 500 ˚F

  • 3

    Place chicken on the hot grill for 8 minutes per side, or until chicken reaches an internal temp of 165F.

    Grill: 500 ˚F

    Probe: 165 ˚F

  • 4

    Remove chicken from the grill and let it rest for 10 minutes. Slice into strips and serve.

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