Lemon Grilled Chicken

Serves 4

• 1 lemon
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley plus extra sprigs for garnish
• 1/4 tsp dried thyme
• 1/4 tsp dried marjoram
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)

1. Use a peeler to remove strips of zest from half of the lemon, then trim into fine strips with a small knife. Reserve and set aside for garnish. Grate the other side of the lemon to make 1 tablespoon zest. Finally, squeeze the juice from the lemon into a bowl.
2. In a large bowl, combine the grated lemon zest and juice, oil, garlic, parsley, thyme, marjoram, salt and pepper. Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and spoon the marinade over the chicken until well coated. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes or overnight if you have time.
3. Preheat a griddle, grill or broiler to medium heat. Put the chicken pieces on the griddle, reserving the marinade. Cook the chicken until cooked through, about 10 minutes on each side. Brush with the reserved marinade 2 to 3 times during the first 15 minutes of cooking. Sprinkle with the reserved lemon strips and serve garnished with parsley sprigs

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