Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken with Asparagus

Enjoy a light, zesty dinner with this Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken with Asparagus, ready in 25 minutes! Juicy chicken marinated in a lemon-herb blend is grilled to perfection alongside tender-crisp asparagus—perfect for a fresh spring evening. 🍋🌿

Why It’s a Spring Favorite

This dish combines succulent chicken with vibrant asparagus, bursting with lemony, herby flavors. It’s quick, healthy, and grill-ready—ideal for warm nights.

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 thyme
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper

How to Make It

1. Mix 2 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, zest, oregano, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper. Marinate chicken in half for 10 min.
2. Toss asparagus with remaining 1 tbsp oil and a pinch of salt.
3. Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill chicken 6-8 min per side until 165°F (74°C). Grill asparagus 4-5 min.
4. Serve hot.

Recipe Card: Lemon Herb Grilled 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 thyme
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper

Instructions

1. Combine 2 tbsp oil, lemon juice, zest, oregano, thyme, garlic, salt, pepper. Marinate chicken in half for 10 min.
2. Toss asparagus with remaining 1 tbsp oil and salt.
3. Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill chicken 6-8 min per side (165°F/74°C). Grill asparagus 4-5 min.
4. Serve hot.

Notes

• Store leftovers in fridge up to 3 days.
• Use fresh herbs for extra zing.