Description
Juicy and flavorful grilled chicken breast, perfect for a quick weeknight meal or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice or vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium or medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and let the excess drip off.
- Place the chicken on the grill and close the lid.
- Cook without flipping for about 5 to 7 minutes per side.
- Check for doneness with a meat thermometer; remove when it reaches 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Resting the chicken before slicing helps retain moisture. Slice against the grain for tenderness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: grilled chicken, easy chicken recipe, summer grilling