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Refreshing Chicken Recipes

Elevate your grilling game with these refreshing chicken recipes! Our star dish, Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken, combines zesty lemon and fresh herbs for a mouthwatering meal. Explore other delicious options like Mediterranean Chicken Salad, Honey Garlic Stir-Fry, and Balsamic Chicken with Roasted Vegetables. Perfect for light summer dining, each recipe is tailored to meet your health goals while tantalizing your taste buds! #LemonHerbChicken #GrilledChicken #HealthyEating #SummerRecipes #CookWithChicken #DinnerIdeas #MealPrep

Ingredients
  

2 chicken breasts

1 lemon (juiced and zested)

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped)

1 tablespoon fresh thyme

Salt and pepper to taste

2 cups cooked chicken (shredded)

1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)

1 cucumber (diced)

½ cup red onion (thinly sliced)

½ cup feta cheese (crumbled)

¼ cup olives (sliced)

3 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Salt and pepper to taste

2 chicken breasts (sliced thin)

2 tablespoons honey

3 tablespoons soy sauce

2 garlic cloves (minced)

1 bell pepper (sliced)

1 cup broccoli florets

1 tablespoon sesame oil

Cooked rice, for serving

2 chicken thighs (diced)

1 can coconut milk

2 tablespoons curry paste

1 onion (chopped)

1 bell pepper (sliced)

1 cup spinach

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Salt to taste

2 chicken breasts

½ cup balsamic vinegar

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 zucchini (sliced)

1 bell pepper (chopped)

1 cup cherry tomatoes

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

In a bowl, combine lemon juice, zest, olive oil, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.

    Marinate the chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.

      Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

        Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.

          Serve with a side salad or grilled veggies.

            Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Servings: 2

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                Mediterranean Chicken Salad

                  In a large bowl, combine chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, feta, and olives.

                    In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper.

                      Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

                        Serve chilled or at room temperature.

                          Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes | Servings: 4

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                              Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry

                                In a small bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, and garlic. Set aside.

                                  Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

                                    Add sliced chicken and cook until browned and no longer pink.

                                      Add bell pepper and broccoli, stirring until vegetables are tender.

                                        Reduce heat and pour honey garlic sauce over the mixture, stirring to coat.

                                          Serve over cooked rice.

                                            Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes | Servings: 3

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                                                Spicy Coconut Chicken Curry

                                                  Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent.

                                                    Add curry paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

                                                      Add chicken and cook until browned.

                                                        Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

                                                          Add bell pepper and spinach, cooking until the spinach wilts.

                                                            Season with salt and serve with rice or naan.

                                                              Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4

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                                                                  Balsamic Chicken with Roasted Vegetables

                                                                    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

                                                                      In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

                                                                        Place chicken and vegetables on a baking sheet and drizzle with the balsamic mixture.

                                                                          Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.

                                                                            Serve warm.

                                                                              Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Servings: 2

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                                                                                  Enjoy coloring and exploring these delicious, refreshing chicken recipes!