Grilled Spring Chicken with a Lemon-Herb Marinade

This recipe for grilled chicken is perfect for a Spring supper. The lemon-herb marinade flavors the meat perfectly, and results in juicy, tender chicken.

Ingredients:

1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts Lemon wedges, for serving Directions: 1. In a large resealable bag, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and seal the bag. Massage the marinade into the chicken breasts. refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight. 2. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Serve with lemon wedges.

Grilled Spring Chicken Breasts with Apricot Chile Glaze

Grilled chicken breasts are a great way to enjoy a healthy and delicious meal. This recipe features apricot chile glaze which gives the grilled chicken a sweet and spicy flavor.

Ingredients:

-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts -1/2 cup apricot preserves -1 tablespoon chili sauce -1 tablespoon honey -1 teaspoon Dijon mustard -1/4 teaspoon salt -1/4 teaspoon black pepper Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together apricot preserves, chili sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
3. Place chicken breasts on the grill and brush with the apricot chile glaze. Grill for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Serve immediately.

Grilled Indian Spiced Spring Chicken

This grilled chicken recipe is perfect for a springtime meal. The spices give the chicken a delicious flavor that will have your taste buds singing.

Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 teaspoon garam masala 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro leaves Directions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a bowl, combine garam masala, turmeric, cumin, smoked paprika, salt and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
3. Place chicken breasts in a large zipper-lock bag. Add olive oil and yogurt and massage ingredients together until the chicken is well coated. Add the spice mixture and lemon juice and mix well again. Zip up bag and refrigerate for 30 minutes to overnight.
4. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Discard any leftover marinade. Serve with desired accompaniments and enjoy!

Green Goddess Grilled Spring Chicken Salad

This Green Goddess Grilled Spring Chicken Salad is so good, you could even serve it as your main course! Filled with tender grilled chicken, fresh spring vegetables and a delicious creamy green goddess dressing, this salad is perfect for any spring occasion.

Ingredients:

-1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast

-1/2 red onion, diced

-2 cups baby spinach

-1 cup chopped asparagus

-1/2 cup chopped celery

-1/4 cup chopped parsley

For the dressing:

-1/4 cup tahini paste -3 tbsp. olive oil -3 tbsp. lemon juice -2 cloves garlic, minced -2 tsp. honey -1 tsp. dried oregano -1/4 tsp. salt -Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS:

1) Preheat grill to medium high heat. Sprinkle both sides of chicken with salt and pepper. Grill for about 6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through. Let cool slightly before dicing into bite size pieces. 2) In a large salad bowl, combine diced chicken, red onion, baby spinach, chopped asparagus, chopped celery and chopped parsley. 3) In a small bowl or jar, mix together tahini paste, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, honey, oregano, salt and black pepper until well combined. 4) Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat evenly. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Grilled Lime and Chili Pepper Marinated Spring Chicken

This chicken dish is best when grilled, but can also be cooked in a pan on the stove.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
• lime wedges, for serving

Instructions: 1. In a large bowl, combine the lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 12 hours. 2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and cilantro. Set aside. 3. Preheat grill to medium heat. 4. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Brush with the cilantro mixture during the last few minutes of cooking. Serve with lime wedges and jalapeno slices.