Description
This collection of easy summer dinner meals is perfect for the whole family to enjoy. From grilled favorites to fresh salads, each recipe is simple, delicious, and quick to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken (boneless chicken breasts)
- 1/4 cup Olive oil (for marinating)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice (for marinade)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 cups Mixed greens (for salad)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 medium Cucumber (sliced)
- 1/2 cup Feta cheese (crumbled)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, coating them well. Let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat a grill over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
- While the chicken is grilling, prepare the salad by combining mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and feta cheese in a large bowl.
- Once the chicken is cooked, slice it and serve it over the salad.
Notes
- Feel free to add other toppings to the salad like avocado or nuts.
- This dish pairs well with a side of garlic bread or corn on the cob.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 30
Keywords: easy summer dinner, family meals, grilled chicken recipe, healthy summer recipes, quick dinner ideas