Here’s a “Patio Season Supper” using just 5 simple ingredients—fresh, light, and perfect for warm evenings outside.
🍋 Grilled Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Tomato Salad
🛒 Ingredients (5 total)
- chicken
- lemon
- garlic
- olive oil
- tomatoes
(Salt, pepper, and water don’t count toward the 5 ingredients.)
🔥 How to make it
1. Make a quick marinade
Mix juice of 1 lemon, 2–3 minced garlic cloves, and a few tablespoons of olive oil.
2. Marinate the chicken
Coat the chicken and let it sit for 15–30 minutes (even 10 works if you’re in a hurry).
3. Grill or pan-cook
Cook until golden and fully done—juicy inside, slightly charred outside.
4. Fresh tomato side
Chop tomatoes and toss with a little olive oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
5. Serve patio-style
Slice chicken, plate it with the tomato salad, and serve warm.
🌿 Why it works for “patio season”
It’s light, fast, and doesn’t need complicated prep—just fresh ingredients and high heat. The lemon + garlic combo gives that outdoor, summery flavor without feeling heavy.
If you want, I can turn this into a vegetarian version or a no-grill stovetop version.
