Grilled Greek Chicken

Step 1

Make marinade in small bowl, whisk together lemon zest and juice, oregano, oil, 2 teas. Kosher salt and 1 teas. fresh black pepper.

Step 2

Divide marinade between 2 large re-sealable plastic bags.

Step 3

Lightly pierce chicken with meat fork to deeply accept marinade.

Step 4

Place 2 chicken halves in each bag; shake to coat. let marinate at room temp 30 minutes, turning bags occasionally.

Step 5

Preheat grill to medium and lightly oil grates.

Step 6

Remove chicken from bags and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 7

Place chicken on grill and cook until lightly browned and cooked throughly, about 20 minutes.

Step 8

Instant read thermometer should read 175*F when inserted in the thickest part of the chicken.

Step 9

(If browning too quick, move to part of grill with less heat or turn down grill.).

Step 10

Transfer chicken to a cutting board. Tent with foil; let rest 10 minutes.

Step 11

Meanwhile, place lemon halves on grill; cook to slightly char, 8-10 minutes.

Step 12

Garnish chicken with oregano sprigs and service with grilled lemons.