Grilled Herb Chicken with Lemon Spinach

A flavorful and juicy grilled herb chicken served over fresh lemon-dressed spinach, perfect for a quick high-protein meal.

⏱️ Cooking Time: 20 minutes | 🍽️ Servings: 1

Instructions

1. 1.
   Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, ensuring the grates are clean and lightly oiled to prevent sticking. While the grill is heating, rub the chicken breast with the olive oil and sprinkle it evenly with oregano, ensuring full coverage for a flavorful crust.
2. 2.
   Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side. You want the chicken to have clear grill marks and reach an internal temperature of 165°F. This ensures the chicken is both safe to eat and juicy. If the heat is too high, move the chicken to a cooler part of the grill to prevent burning.
3. 3.
   While the chicken is grilling, prepare your spinach by washing it thoroughly and patting it dry. In a large bowl, toss the spinach with the lemon juice until all leaves are lightly coated. The acidity from the lemon will soften the spinach and add brightness to the overall dish.
4. 4.
   Once the chicken is done, let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, maintaining moisture and flavor. Slice the chicken into thin strips to maximize surface area for absorbing any leftover flavor from the lemon and spinach.
5. 5.
   Serve the sliced chicken over the bed of lemon spinach. Toss any residual juices from the cutting board with the spinach for added depth of flavor. Enjoy while warm, and if the spinach wilts too much from the heat, add a few fresh leaves before serving for texture contrast.