Description
A flavorful grilled chicken breast recipe, perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup olive oil (or melted coconut/avocado oil)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked if desired)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh or dried herbs (optional)
- Juice of 1 lemon (or lime for twist)
Instructions
- Prep the chicken by trimming excess fat and patting dry.
- Marinate by combining olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Heat the grill to medium-high, about 10-15 minutes.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes without moving for grill marks.
- Flip the chicken and grill for another 6-7 minutes until it reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Marinate for at least 30 minutes, up to overnight for best flavor. Use a meat thermometer for precise cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: grilled chicken, chicken breast, easy chicken recipes, summer grilling, healthy meals