Description
Grilled Chicken Breast is the ultimate summer dish—tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor from a simple homemade marinade. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or impressive summer gatherings, this recipe pairs beautifully with salads, grains, or roasted vegetables. With its healthy profile and meal prep-friendly nature, it’s a go-to for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1¾ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1¼ teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2–3 tablespoons acid of choice (lemon juice, lime juice, vinegar)
- Optional: fresh herbs, crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Pound chicken to an even thickness (½ inch) for uniform cooking.
- Poke holes in the chicken and combine marinade ingredients in a zip-top bag. Add chicken, seal tightly, and massage to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to 12 hours).
- Preheat grill to high heat (475°F). Clean and oil grates.
- Grill chicken smooth-side down for about 4–5 minutes; flip and cook until internal temperature reaches 155–160°F.
- Rest for at least 5 minutes before serving with optional toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 135mg