Best Perfect Grilled Chicken Breast Recipes

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THE BEST GRILLED CHICKEN



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Say goodbye to dry, bland grilled chicken breasts. This recipe guarantees juicy, flavorful chicken every time.

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1¾ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 large garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1½ teaspoons lemon zest, from one lemon

Steps:

  • One at a time, place the chicken breasts in a 1-gallon zip-lock bag; using a meat mallet, pound to an even ½-inch thickness.
  • Mix all of the ingredients except for the chicken together in a 1-gallon zip-lock bag (go ahead and use the same one you used for pounding if it is still in good shape). Add the chicken breasts to the bag and massage the marinade into the meat until evenly coated. Seal the bag and place in a bowl in the refrigerator (the bowl protects against leakage); let the chicken marinate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat the grill to high heat and oil the grates. Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook, covered, for 2 to 3 minutes per side. Do not overcook. Transfer the chicken to a platter and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 chicken breast, Calories 413, Fat 25 g, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sodium 958 mg, Cholesterol 127 mg

PERFECT GRILLED CHICKEN



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h50m

Yield 24 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups olive oil
6 tablespoons honey
3 heaping tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons ground thyme
2 teaspoons ground oregano
Juice of 12 lemons
24 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • Mix together the olive oil, honey, mustard, salt, thyme, oregano and lemon juice in a large shallow container.
  • Pound the chicken breasts to uniform thickness and add them to the marinade. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 8 hours.
  • Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken in batches until golden brown on the first side, 4 to 5 minutes. Flip and cook until golden brown on the other side and cooked all the way through, another 4 to 5 minutes. Let the chicken cool.
  • Transfer the chicken to freezer bags individually and in pairs, so it's easy to defrost the exact amount you need.

PERFECT GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST



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This isn't so much a recipe as it is how to grill a skinless, boneless chicken breast that comes out tender, juicy and perfectly cooked. I was always afraid of the BBQ because my chicken breasts would always come out dry and flavourless....not any more. Try this and I guarantee you a perfectly cooked chicken breast every time. Note: I have only estimated the amounts for the olive oil and seasonings.

Provided by Reggies Mom

Categories     Chicken

Time 9m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 teaspoon pepper
4 tablespoons barbecue sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Brush chicken breast with olive oil on both sides.
  • season with garlic powder, seasoned salt and pepper.
  • Preheat grill on medium heat. Place seasoned breasts on the grill, close the lid and set a timer for 4 minutes.
  • After 4 minutes, flip the chicken breast, close the lid again and set timer for another 4 minutes.
  • Remove from grill, allow to sit for 2 or 3 minutes. Pour on some BBQ sauce and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.4, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 137.5, Carbohydrate 0.9, Fiber 0.2, Protein 25.2

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