Description
Discover the secret to perfectly grilled chicken breast that is juicy, flavorful, and sure to impress. This easy recipe utilizes a simple marinade of garlic, Italian seasoning, and lemon juice to infuse the chicken with delightful flavors. Perfect for family dinners or summer BBQs, this dish is versatile enough to be served on its own, in salads, or as part of a sandwich. With straightforward preparation and grilling techniques, you’ll achieve tender, moist chicken every time. Elevate your grilling game and satisfy your cravings with this must-try recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- Ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Place chicken in a large ziploc bag and pound it to about ½ inch thickness using a meat mallet.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, sugar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken in the bag. Seal tightly and massage to coat evenly. Refrigerate for 4-12 hours.
- Preheat the grill to high heat. Lightly oil the grates.
- Grill chicken for 2-4 minutes per side until juices run clear and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (170g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 55g
- Cholesterol: 140mg