Lemon Grilled Chicken Recipe
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Lemon Grilled Chicken

By: Ellen Seidl 
"'My mother relied on this recipe when I was growing up,' recalls Ellen Seidl of Norfolk, Nebraska. 'Its mild lemon taste reminds me of summertime.'"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (21)

Prep Time:
5 Min
Cook Time:
40 Min
Ready In:
45 Min

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons chopped onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up

Directions

  1. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first seven ingredients; mix well. Remove 1/4 cup for basting and refrigerate. Add chicken to the bag; seal and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
  2. Drain and discard marinade from chicken. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 20 minutes. Baste with reserved marinade. Grill 20-30 minutes longer or until juices run clear, basting and turning several times.

Footnotes

  • Editor's Note: This recipe can also be prepared in the oven in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 50-60 minutes or until juices run clear.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 15, 2006 by arasam22   view full review
This chicken was amazing! It's really easy, and so delicious! I marinated it for almost 20...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on May 1, 2007 by Skye Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This made a very good marinade. Things I did differently: 1) I added .5 Tbs of crushed reds...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on May 20, 2008 by Mrs. K   view full review
I made something similar to this last night using fresh rosemary, thyme and parsley all...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 22, 2008 by hugolovesfood   view full review
i loved the tangy taste on the chicken! i made 5 drumsticks and marinated for 9 hours then i...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 28, 2007 by Yesenia   view full review
I loved it! I made it on my electric grill in under 10min! Great with Onion Rice Pilaf
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 18, 2011 by hotnspicy   view full review
Add 1 teaspoon tarragon and replace vegetable oil with olive oil for 5 stars! (Olive oil is...
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 7, 2011 by Nikki   view full review
Not very flavorful
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 5, 2010 by beachykeen   view full review
good chicken, i might make it again. i added the juice and zest of 2 key limes, in addition to...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 18, 2011 by smileyme   view full review
very yummy! our family likes garlic & onion so i marinated for over 24 hours and actually...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2010 by hisalone99   view full review
Simple and delicious! No one flavor is too overwhelming. My whole family loves this chicken.

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