GREEK LEMON CHICKEN

This recipe for Greek lemon chicken is marinated chicken that’s been grilled to perfection and topped with a bright and delicious tomato and olive relish. The perfect dish for entertaining!

I’m always creating new grilled chicken recipes because we grill chicken all summer long! This Greek chicken is one of my all time favorites, it’s easy, quick to make and totally delicious.

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Ingredients
For the chicken:

• 11/4 pounds thin boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• the zest of 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon sugar or honey
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• salt and pepper to taste
• For the tomato relish:
• 1 cup of seeded and diced tomato
• 1/4 cup chopped kalamata olives
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• salt and pepper to taste
• Optional garnishes: lemon wedges, parsley sprigs

Instructions
For the chicken:

1. In a large resealable bag combine the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, sugar, garlic, oregano and salt and pepper to taste. Seal the bag and shake to mix all of the ingredients together.
2. Add the chicken to the bag and marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
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