Lemon Herb Chicken Grilled Diabetic Friendly
Elevate your weeknight meals with this Lemon Herb Chicken Grilled Diabetic Friendly recipe—a delightfully zesty and healthy dish that’s perfect for those watching their sugar levels. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a vibrant blend of fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, and a hint of paprika, then grilled to perfection for a smoky, caramelized finish. This low-carb, high-protein recipe is full of bold, herbaceous flavor, and takes just 15 minutes to prep! With its simple ingredients and quick cooking time, it’s an ideal choice for busy evenings or summer barbecues. Serve it alongside grilled veggies or a crisp mixed greens salad for a wholesome and satisfying diabetic-friendly meal everyone will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 as needed Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts on a clean cutting board. If they are uneven in thickness, pound them gently with a meat mallet to ensure even cooking.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, paprika, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest to create the marinade.
Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly grease the grill grates with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade and allow excess marinade to drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
Place the chicken on the preheated grill. Cook for 6-8 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is fully cooked.
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices.
Serve the grilled lemon herb chicken with your favorite diabetic-friendly sides, such as grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1462 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.9 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2879 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 217.0 g | 434% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 115 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1944 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
