Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken with Steamed Vegetables

🥘 Ingredients

• 150g skinless chicken breast
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 lemon (zest and juice)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 100g broccoli florets
• 100g carrot, sliced
• 50g green beans, trimmed

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1
   In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
2. 2
   Add the chicken breast and coat thoroughly. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 20 minutes.
3. 3
   While the chicken marinates, prepare broccoli, carrots, and green beans for steaming.
4. 4
   Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.
5. 5
   Grill chicken breast for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and juices run clear.
6. 6
   Steam broccoli, carrots, and green beans for about 5-7 minutes, until tender but still crisp.
7. 7
   Plate the grilled chicken with the steamed vegetables. Drizzle any remaining marinade (not used for raw chicken) over the vegetables, if desired.

📊 Nutritional Information

• Dietary fiber: 7g
• Vitamin C: 86mg (95% DV)
• Vitamin A: 6900 IU (138% DV)
• Iron: 2mg (12% DV)
• Calcium: 85mg (8% DV)
• Potassium: 740mg (21% DV)

💡 Cooking Tips

• Letting the chicken marinate longer intensifies flavor—try overnight if you can prepare ahead.
• Using a thermometer ensures juiciness; chicken is done at 75°C (165°F) internal temp.
• Cut vegetables evenly for consistent steaming.
• If you want extra flavor, finish the chicken with a light sprinkle of fresh herbs after grilling.