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Best Grilled Chicken

Best Grilled Chicken: The Ultimate Juicy Recipe for Busy Nights

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  • Author: Brenda
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Juicy grilled chicken breasts marinated in a bright lemon-garlic mixture, perfect for summer meals, salads, or meal prep.


Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)

Instructions

1. Combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and whisk well.

2. Place chicken breasts in a zip-top bag and pound to an even 1/2-inch thickness.

3. Pour marinade over chicken, seal bag, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.

4. Preheat and oil grill to medium-high heat (375–450°F).

5. Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess marinade.

6. Grill chicken for 5–8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.

7. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.


Notes

Serve immediately or store for later use in salads, sandwiches, or pasta dishes.

Cooked chicken keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

For best results, start cooking over higher heat for grill marks, then finish over lower heat.

Nutrition values are estimates and may vary depending on marinade absorption.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 258
  • Sugar: 0.3 g
  • Sodium: 371 mg
  • Fat: 13 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 2 g
  • Fiber: 0.3 g
  • Protein: 32 g
  • Cholesterol: 97 mg