WW Recipe of the Day: Grilled Lemon Chicken
Spring is in the air. Summer is quickly approaching.
So for those of us trying to eat lighter and healthier, that can mean only one thing: Grilled Chicken.
To prevent boredom from setting in here is a roundup of 27 light and luscious low calorie recipes for grilled chicken, from my favorite recipe sites all with Weight Watchers Points Valuesto help you keep your meals sizzling all summer long.
Favorite Grilled Chicken Recipes for Weight Watchers
If you are like me and prefer to grill indoors with your trusty grill pan (affiliate link) or George Foreman Indoor Grill you are in luck. All of these recipes can be grilled indoors or out. And perfectly okay with grill pans and electric grilling devices that allow me to cook indoors.
Recipe Notes
I'm kicking this collection of grilled chicken recipes off with one of my all time favorites: Ina Garten's Grilled Lemon Chicken from her original The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook.
I've been making this recipe forever, only skinnier. I love Ina and olive oil, but it's pricey in more ways than one. So, if you're watching your pocketbook and/or your Weight Watchers points, do what I do, use a whole lot less.
All you need to do is marinate boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a bowl or zipper-lock plastic bag, let it sit in all that lemon-herb goodness and well, that's pretty much it.
The longer you marinate the chicken in this simple combination of lemon, olive oil and herbs the more tender and flavorful it will be.
How Many Calories and WW Points in this Grilled Chicken?
Now that boneless, skinless chicken breasts are zero points on WW Freestyle Program, according to my calculations this now only has about 253 calories and:
2 *SmartPoints (Green plan)
1 *SmartPoints (Blue plan)
1 *SmartPoints (Purple plan)
2 *PointsPlus (Old plan)
To see your WW PersonalPoints for this recipe and track it in the WW app or site, Click here!
This recipe also will work with Weight Watchers Simply Filling technique.
Marinating chicken breasts
Recipe Variations
Different Meats/Sish:
Chicken thighs, shrimp, swordfish, halibut, tuna, etc.
Different Spices:
Basil, rosemary, tarragon, herbs de provence would be nice.
Zestier:
Add Dijon mustard, chopped garlic, dried red pepper flakes.
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Skinny Grilled Lemon Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
- ¾ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 2 pounds boneless chicken breasts, halved and skin removed (about 8 4-ounce chicken breasts)
Instructions
- Whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper and thyme. Pour over the chicken breasts in a non-reactive bowl.
- Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 6 hours or overnight. (Alternatively I place the chicken and marinade in a plastic zipper-lock bag before refrigerating.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry. (Discard the marinade.)
- Heat a grill, broiler or grill pan and cook the chicken breasts for 5 to 10 minutes on each side (depending on the size and thickness of your chicken breasts), until just cooked through.
- Serve warm, chilled or at room temperature.
Equipment
Recipe Notes
- Different meats/fish: Chicken thighs, shrimp, swordfish, halibut, tuna, etc.
- Different spices: basil, rosemary, tarragon, herbs de provence would be nice.
- Zestier: add Dijon mustard, chopped garlic, dried red pepper flakes.
Source: adapted from The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook
*Points® calculated by WW. *PointsPlus® and SmartPoints® calculated by Simple Nourished Living; Not endorsed by Weight Watchers International, Inc. All recipe ingredients except optional items included in determining nutritional estimates. SmartPoints® values calculated WITHOUT each plan's ZeroPoint Foods (Green plan, Blue plan, Purple plan) using the WW Recipe Builder.
Here's another easy + healthy recipe for grilled lemon chicken:
26 More Skinny Grilled Chicken Recipes from my favorite Weight Watchers sites:
Spicy Grilled Chicken Thighs
(Simple Nourished Living)
176 calories | *5 PointsPlus, *3 Freestyle SmartPoints
WW Grilled Lemon Chicken Breasts with Tarragon
(Simple Nourished Living)
141 calories | *3 PointsPlus | *0 Freestyle SmartPoints
Grilled Chicken Greek Salad
(Simple Nourished Living)
235 calories | *6 PointsPlus | *5 Freestyle SmartPoints
WW Grilled Ginger Lime Chicken
(Simple Nourished Living)
229 calories | *5 PointsPlus | *5 Freestyle SmartPoints
Grilled Chicken Bruschetta
(SkinnyTaste)
282 calories | *7 PointsPlus | *4 Freestyle SmartPoints
Korean Grilled Chicken Breasts
(SkinnyTaste)
180 calories | *3 PointsPlus | *2 Freestyle SmartPoints
Grilled Chicken Tacos with Lettuce Slaw, Avocado and Cotija
(SkinnyTaste)
326 calories | *9 PointsPlus, *8 Freestyle SmartPoints
Honey Balsamic Grilled Chicken and Vegetables
(SkinnyTaste)
273 calories | *7 PointsPlus | *4 Freestyle SmartPoints
Cilantro Grilled Chicken Breasts
(LaaLoosh)
141 calories | *3 PointsPlus | *1 WW Freestyle SmartPoint
Grilled Chicken Kabobs with Red Pepper Cilantro Pesto
(Cookin'Canuck)
213 calories | *6 PointsPlus | *4 Freestyle SmartPoints
Grilled Pesto Chicken and Tomato Kebabs
(SkinnyTaste)
147 calories | *4 PointsPlus | *4 Freestyle SmartPoints
Grilled Chicken Kabobs
(DashingDish)
160 calories | *5 PointsPlus | *4 Freestyle SmartPoints
Grilled Lemon Dijon chicken Skewers
(SkinnyTaste)
164 calories | *4 PointsPlus | *1 Freestyle SmartPoint
Grilled Sriracha Barbecue Chicken
(SlenderKitchen)
210 calories | *5 PointsPlus | *5 Freestyle SmartPoints
Grilled Chicken Pesto Wraps
(Emily Bites)
259 calories | *7 PointsPlus | *5 Freestyle SmartPoints
Honey Soy Parmesan Grilled Chicken
(DashingDish)
191 calories | *5 PointsPlus | *4 Freestyle SmartPoints
Grilled Chicken Tenders with Chipotle Lime Yogurt
(Cookin'Canuck)
180 calories | *4 PointsPlus | *2 Freestyle SmartPoints
Grilled Greek Chicken
(LaaLoosh)
204 calories | *5 PointsPlus | *2 Freestyle SmartPoints
Pesto Grilled Chicken
(SlenderKitchen)
236 calories | *6 PointsPlus | *2 Freestyle SmartPoints
Grilled Chicken Zucchini and Quinoa Salad
(SlenderKitchen)
329 calories | *9 PointsPlus | *7 Freestyle SmartPoints
Yogurt Marinated Grilled Chicken
(HungryGirl)
220 calories | *4 PointsPlus | *0 Freestyle SmartPoints
Grilled Basil Lime Chicken
(SlenderKitchen)
202 calories | *5 PointsPlus | *1 Freestyle SmartPoint
Grilled Tandoori Chicken
(SlenderKitchen)
203 calories | *4 PointsPlus | *1 Freestyle SmartPoint
Thai Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce
(EmilyBites)
220 calories | *5 PointsPlus | *1 Freestyle SmartPoint
Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken
(SlenderKitchen)
232 calories | *6 PointsPlus | *4 Freestyle SmartPoints
5/8/16 GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED!!
The winner of the George Foreman Grill (affiliate link) is:
Krystal S. "Grilled chicken bruschetta! I am afraid of the BBQ and an indoor grill may just be the answer."
Congratulations, Krystal! Contact support@simple-nourished-living.com to claim your prize!
And thanks to all of you who stopped by and participated by sharing which yummy grilled chicken recipe you would make first?
Grill Pan Giveaway Details…
Today, because it's Friday, because spring is in the air, and because I hate grilling outside, I'm giving away a George Foreman Grill…
George Foreman Indoor Grill
TO ENTER
To enter the giveaway, just answer the following question in the Comments section of this post:
"Which of these 27 skinny grilled chicken recipes would you choose to make first with an indoor grill and why?"
Just let me know which recipe looks best to you and why and you're entered to win the indoor grill.
THE RULES
One entry per person, please
Winners will be announced Sunday night. Be sure to check back to see if you won.
Good luck!
Giveaway sponsored by Simple Nourished Living.
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Clare
My choice is #2 Thanks for hosting yhr give a way just the right size for two people.
Jodi
The kabobs sound great for summer and the kids just love food on a stick?
Bonnie L. Summers
I would make grilled Lemon chicken. It sounds delicious and easy. I like easy
Cora
Hi Martha...I actually make Ina's Lemon Chicken just like you do: using less of those delicious ingredients!! Thanks!!
Susan Swisher
The lemon grilled chicken recipe featured in the post! It would be easy to cut the recipe in half since I'm only cooking for one, and I can see many ways to change up the leftovers into different meals.
Sally Kaufmann
After a great deal of thought, and after changing my mind many times, I decided that my first recipe will be Grilled Honey Mustard chicken. The recipe is quick and has a short ingredient list, and more honey mustard meals will make me exceedingly happy.
Shannon McCrary
The honey soy Parmesan Grilled Chicken sounds yummy!
Tammy Moore
I would choose the bbq chicken. I love bbq chicken but I don't have a recipe that doesn't require the whole bottle of sauce. I have to throw most of it away after dinner. This recipe looks great. Thanks!
Maria Weir
I would make the grilled chicken tenders with chipolte lime yogurt because it sounds like it would taste good
Suzanne
I would try the SKINNY GRILLED CHICKEN RECIPE as seen here because I love: chicken, lemons, looks so so good, just a few ingredients & am fan of The Barefoot Contessa ( Ina ). Would be a great recipe & easy enough for my first meal prepared on a George Foreman Grill. And. as a bonus, would also have a fantastic lunch for the next day
Eileen
Although they all sound good, I would do grilled Skinny Chicken. Yum!
Jeffrey
I would make the Grilled Chicken Bruschetta first because I love the freshness of the tomatoes and mozzarella.
Kathy Scholl
We made the honey balsamic grilled Chicken and vegetables . Absolutely fabulous tender chicken and so tasty! That recipe is a keeper!
Mary Anne
I would grill WW ginger lime chicken. It made my stomach growl reading the recipe! I really like both ginger and lime and it sounds very yummy together. Plus, since I don't grill often, this also looks like an easy recipe to start grilling with
Kenna Routh
The Honey Soy Parmesan Grilled Chicken. It looks delicious and the combination of honey, soy and parmesan together sound great.
Nikk
I would have to make a Surf n Turf, cooking both the steak, prawns and fish in the George Foreman Grill, so that all would be succulent.
Crystal Sell
I would choose the grilled chicken kabobs. I love the bite sizes of kabobs. i think they are fun to make and eat and there are so many different ways that you can make them!
Shari B
#1 spicy grilled chicken thighs, Sounds great!
Katharine Jenkins
I will make the Grilled Chicken Tacos.
Erica Fortunato
I would do 6 the koreon grilled chicken looks super delicious