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Plate of grilled chicken thighs with charred skin served alongside roasted red, yellow peppers and purple onions.

Spring Backyard BBQ

A simple and delicious BBQ recipe perfect for spring gatherings. Enjoy grilled flavors with fresh ingredients.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: BBQ, dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
For the Grill
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 2 bell peppers sliced
  • 1 red onion sliced

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, and garlic to make the marinade.
  2. Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Remove chicken from the marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked.
  5. Grill bell peppers and red onion for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until slightly charred.
  6. Serve grilled chicken with vegetables.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 36gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 480mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro before serving.

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