Best 6 Grilled Lemon Chicken With Tabbouleh Recipes

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**Grilled Lemon Chicken with Tabbouleh: A Refreshing and Flavorful Summer Meal**

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our grilled lemon chicken and tabbouleh recipe. This delightful dish combines succulent grilled chicken, marinated in a zesty blend of lemon, garlic, and herbs, with a refreshing tabbouleh salad made from bulgur wheat, fresh herbs, and tangy lemon-tahini dressing. Perfect for a summer barbecue or a light and healthy weeknight dinner, this tantalizing combination of grilled chicken and tabbouleh is sure to become a favorite.

The grilled lemon chicken is a symphony of flavors, with the bright acidity of lemon zest and juice perfectly complementing the savory notes of garlic, oregano, and thyme. The chicken is grilled to perfection, resulting in a tender and juicy interior with a crispy, golden-brown exterior. The tabbouleh salad provides a delightful contrast to the grilled chicken, with its fluffy bulgur wheat, crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic parsley and mint. The lemon-tahini dressing adds a creamy and tangy touch, tying all the flavors together.

This recipe offers a detailed guide to preparing both the grilled lemon chicken and the tabbouleh salad, ensuring that you can recreate this delicious Mediterranean dish at home. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you'll be able to impress your friends and family with this flavorful and healthy meal. Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our grilled lemon chicken and tabbouleh recipe today!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN WITH TABBOULEH



Chicken with Tabbouleh image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups boiling water
1 cup bulgur wheat
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)
Olive oil
Kosher salt
1 whole (2 split) chicken breast, bone in, skin on
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup minced scallions, white and green parts (1 bunch)
1 cup chopped fresh mint leaves (2 bunches)
1 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley (1 bunch)
1 hothouse cucumber, unpeeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and medium-diced
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a heat-proof bowl, pour the boiling water over the bulgur wheat. Add the lemon juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt. Stir. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and allow the bulgur to stand at room temperature for about 1 hour.
  • Place the chicken breast on a baking sheet and rub it with olive oil. Sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, until just cooked. Set aside until cool enough to handle.
  • Remove the chicken meat from the bones and discard the skin. Cut the chicken into medium dice and add to the tabbouleh. Add the scallions, mint, parsley, cucumber, tomatoes, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Season, to taste, and serve immediately or cover and refrigerate. The flavors will improve as it sits.

GRILLED LEMON CHICKEN WITH TABBOULEH



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Keep your cool this summer with this simple, fast, and fresh chicken dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Thighs

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup bulgur
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh parsley
1/2 English cucumber, halved, seeded, and chopped
1 large tomato, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grill
1 small garlic clove, minced
8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 2 pounds total)

Steps:

  • Heat grill to high. In a small saucepan, bring 3/4 cup water to a simmer. Add bulgur, season with salt and pepper, and cook 1 minute. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand 10 minutes; fluff bulgur with a fork. In a medium bowl, combine bulgur, parsley, cucumber, tomato, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon oil; toss tabbouleh to combine.
  • In a small bowl, stir together 1 tablespoon oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Clean and lightly oil hot grates. Season chicken with salt and pepper; grill until cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Brush chicken with lemon mixture and serve with tabbouleh.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 31 g

MOROCCAN-SPICED CHICKEN WITH MILLET TABBOULEH



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I'’m mixing metaphors a bit with this dish: —a little Moroccan inspired, a little Middle-Eastern inspired. But the thing is, the flavors taste delicious together. This twist on classic tabbouleh is wonderful paired with grilled seafood, meat, or tempeh, and it'’s great on its own too!

Provided by Steven R. Gundry, MD

Categories     HarperCollins     HarperCollins     Dinner     Chicken     Grains     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Quick & Easy

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

For the chicken:
2 cups coconut yogurt, plain
Juice of 1 lemon
Zest of 1 lemon
Zest of 1 orange
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
4 pasture-raised chicken thighs
For the tabbouleh:
2 cups cooked millet
1/2 cup minced parsley
1/2 cup minced mint
1/4 cup minced dill
1 teaspoon iodized sea salt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Marinate the chicken: In a large ziplock bag, combine the yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, orange zest, and spices. Add the chicken, and marinate for at least 1 hour. (If using tempeh, use the same marinade, but for 30 minutes.)
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Prepare a broiler pan or a sheet tray with wire rack by spraying with oil. Set aside.
  • Make the tabbouleh: Combine all ingredients in a large bowl, and stir well. Let the flavors meld for at least 20 minutes (which is perfect, since you need that time to cook the chicken).
  • Remove chicken (or tempeh) from marinade, pat dry with paper towels, and arrange on the prepared baking sheet. If your chicken has skin, place it skin-side down.
  • Bake the chicken for 20 to 25 minutes, then flip and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, skin side up, until meat has reached 160°F and skin is crisp. Remove from heat, and let rest 5 minutes before serving.

GRILLED LEMON CHICKEN



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Good tasting marinade for chicken. Quick and easy.

Provided by KRCTLC

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

⅓ cup lemon juice
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped red bell pepper
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, red bell pepper, salt, and pepper. Set aside 1/4 cup of the mixture to use for basting. Place chicken in the bowl, and marinate at least 20 minutes in the refrigerator.
  • Preheat grill for high heat.
  • Lightly oil grill grate. Drain and discard marinade from the bowl, and place chicken on the grill. Cook 6 to 8 minutes on each side, until juices run clear, basting occasionally with the reserved marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3.7 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 27.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 462.3 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

GRILLED LEMON CHICKEN



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Provided by Ina Garten

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (4 lemons)
3/4 cup good olive oil
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme leaves (1/2 teaspoon dried)
2 pounds boneless chicken breasts, halved and skin removed

Steps:

  • Whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme. Pour over the chicken breasts in a nonreactive bowl. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 6 hours or overnight.
  • Heat a charcoal grill and cook the chicken breasts for 10 minutes on each side, until just cooked through. Cool slightly and cut diagonally in 1/2-inch-thick slices.
  • Skewer with wooden sticks.

EASY GRILLED LEMON CHICKEN



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"There's one word to describe this recipe: 'Yum!' It's so easy to prepare ahead of time, then fire up the grill when we get home from church on Sunday. Guests love the citrus flavor!" Heather Erb - Milton, PA

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
3 tablespoons grated lemon zest
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
3/4 teaspoon pepper
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Pour 1/3 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for up to 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat for 5-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°, basting occasionally with reserved marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 256mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: The fresher and better your ingredients are, the tastier your dish will be. Opt for free-range or organic chicken, ripe lemons, and fresh herbs.
  • Marinate the chicken: Marinating the chicken in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, and spices helps to tenderize it and infuse it with flavor.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat: This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out. Cook it until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Make the tabbouleh ahead of time: Tabbouleh can be made up to 24 hours in advance, which makes it a great dish for meal prep or entertaining.
  • Serve the chicken with a variety of accompaniments: Roasted vegetables, grilled pita bread, and a simple green salad are all great options.

Conclusion:

Grilled Lemon Chicken with Tabbouleh is a healthy and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer cookout or weeknight dinner. The chicken is tender and juicy, while the tabbouleh is refreshing and tangy. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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