Get grilling with this Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken with Asparagus, ready in 25 minutes! Juicy chicken soaked in a zesty lemon-herb marinade is grilled to perfection with tender-crisp asparagus—perfect for a fresh spring dinner.
Why It’s a Spring Must
This dish delivers succulent chicken and vibrant asparagus with bright lemon-herb flavors. It’s quick, healthy, and grill-friendly—ideal for sunny days.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Juice & zest of 1 lemon (~3 tbsp juice)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
How to Make It
- Mix 2 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, zest, oregano, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Marinate chicken in half for 10 min.
- Toss asparagus with remaining 1 tbsp oil and a pinch of salt.
- Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill chicken 6-8 min per side until 165°F (74°C). Grill asparagus 4-5 min.
- Serve hot.
Recipe Card: Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken with Asparagus
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 15 min
Total Time: 25 min
Servings: 4
Calories: 280 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Juice & zest of 1 lemon (~3 tbsp juice)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Combine 2 tbsp oil, lemon juice, zest, oregano, basil, garlic, salt, pepper. Marinate chicken in half for 10 min.
- Toss asparagus with remaining 1 tbsp oil and salt.
- Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill chicken 6-8 min per side (165°F/74°C). Grill asparagus 4-5 min.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Store leftovers in fridge up to 3 days.
- Use fresh herbs if available.
