Description
A delicious and easy recipe for juicy grilled chicken breasts, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for a kick)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
- Lightly oil the grill grates and place the chicken breasts on the grill.
- Cook for about 6-7 minutes on one side without moving them.
- Flip the chicken breasts and grill for another 5-7 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For best results, marinate the chicken for a couple of hours or overnight.
- Using a meat thermometer ensures the chicken is cooked perfectly.
- Letting the chicken rest is crucial for juiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Juicy Grilled Chicken Breast, Grilled Chicken Recipe, Chicken Marinade