Grilled Lemon Chicken with Roasted Zucchini and Barley Pilaf
Prep 20 min · Cook 30 min · Serves 4 · medium

Succulent lemon-marinated chicken breasts grilled to perfection, served with roasted zucchini and a delightful barley pilaf - a delicious and balanced GLP-1 friendly meal.
Ingredients
- 4 4-oz fillets boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed of any visible fat
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 4 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 cup barley, dry
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
Instructions
- 1
1. In a shallow dish, combine the lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic, and oregano. Add the chicken breasts and turn to coat. Cover and marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- 2
2. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, until cooked through. Transfer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes.


