Monday, September 12, 2011

It's About Thyme


Some chicken breasts needed marinating and this recipe turned out to be a keeper.  T'was eaten straight off the BBQ with a side of fresh sliced peaches. 

Greek Style Garlic Chicken 
(adapted from allrecipes.com)



Ingredients
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 2 T virgin olive oil
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 2-3 finely minced garlic cloves
  • 1 t salt
  • 1 1/2 t freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 t paprika
  • 2 t finely chopped mixture of rosemary, oregano and/or thyme
  • 1/4 t cayenne pepper
Directions
  1. Cut 3 slits in each chicken breast to allow marinade to soak in. Mix all ingredients then cover the chicken with the marinade, refrigerating for 12-24 hours.  into chicken. 
  2. Preheat BBQ grill = medium heat.
  3. Cook until meat is no longer pink and juices run clear.

There are some days when just eeking out 1 dish for dinner is enough.  Don't you think?

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