Description
A simple and forgiving grilled chicken recipe that ensures savory, juicy results every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 5 cloves garlic, smashed
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Herbs of choice (e.g., oregano, paprika)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, smashed garlic, salt, pepper, and herbs. Whisk to combine.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for more flavor.
- Preheat the grill until hot and oil the grates.
- Place chicken on the grill and sear without flipping for about 5 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Check for doneness by ensuring juices run clear from the thickest part of the chicken.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different herbs and spices for flavor variations. Chicken is forgiving even if marinating is skipped.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: grilled chicken, BBQ chicken, summer recipe, easy grilling