Grilled Lemon & Herb Chicken
Description
This lemon and herb chicken is juicy, flavourful, and beautifully charred thanks to the high heat and ridges of a cast iron grill pan. It delivers classic grilled flavour indoors, without synthetic coatings or plastic surfaces.
Ingredients
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4 chicken thighs or breasts
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2 tbsp olive oil
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Zest and juice of 1 lemon
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2 garlic cloves, crushed
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Fresh rosemary or thyme
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Salt and cracked black pepper
Method
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Preheat the cast iron grill pan over medium-high heat until hot.
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Toss chicken with olive oil, lemon, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.
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Place chicken on the hot pan and cook 5–6 minutes per side, creating deep grill marks.
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Reduce heat slightly and cook until chicken is cooked through.
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Rest briefly before serving.
Charred Seasonal Vegetables
Description
Grilling vegetables in a cast iron grill pan brings out natural sweetness while adding smoky char. This simple recipe is healthy, versatile, and perfect as a side or main.
Ingredients
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Zucchini, capsicum, eggplant, or asparagus
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2 tbsp olive oil
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Sea salt and cracked pepper
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Fresh herbs to finish
Method
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Heat grill pan over medium-high heat until hot.
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Toss vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
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Grill in batches until tender with visible char marks.
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Finish with fresh herbs and serve warm.
Grilled Halloumi & Vegetable Platter
Description
This grilled halloumi and vegetable platter is perfect for sharing. The cast iron grill pan creates golden edges on the halloumi while keeping the centre soft and creamy.
Ingredients
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250g halloumi, sliced
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Mixed vegetables (zucchini, capsicum, mushrooms)
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Olive oil
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Lemon wedges
Method
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Heat the cast iron grill pan over medium-high heat.
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Lightly oil halloumi and vegetables.
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Grill halloumi for 1–2 minutes per side until golden.
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Grill vegetables until tender and charred.
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Serve with lemon wedges.
