Description
Discover how to make the ultimate marinated grilled chicken breast—tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight di
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
- ¼ cup extra‑virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, oregano, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes—up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium‑high (about 400°F). If using a charcoal grill, let the coals burn down to a steady heat.
- Grill the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for 5 minutes. Pat the excess liquid off with a paper towel. Place the breasts on the grill, and cook for 6–7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the juices run clear.
- Rest and Serve: Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice against the grain, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a meat mallet to pound the breasts to an even thickness—this ensures uniform cooking.
- Keep the grill lid open while cooking to avoid flare‑ups from the honey.
- For a smokier flavor, add a few drops of liquid smoke to the marinade.
- If you’re short on time, use a microwave‑safe dish to pre‑cook the chicken for 2 minutes before finishing on the grill.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: marinated grilled chicken breast