Best Grilled Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Additional Time
30 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
289 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Best Grilled Chicken
Description
Best Grilled Chicken starts with a marinade combining olive oil, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, Italian seasoning, and optional red pepper flakes. This mixture tenderizes the chicken and adds a blend of tangy, sweet, and herbal notes. After marinating for at least 30 minutes, the chicken is cooked on a grill or grill pan over medium heat, which imparts subtle char marks and seals in juices. Cooking time adjusts based on thickness, ensuring thorough doneness with clear juices.
The grilled chicken emerges with a balanced glaze from the marinade, highlighting both richness from the olive oil and brightness from vinegar. Garlic and herbs give aromatic depth, while brown sugar contributes gentle caramelization. You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts to add juiciness, and the method remains the same.
This grilled chicken pairs well with fresh salads, grilled vegetables, or rice dishes. Serving immediately helps retain its juicy tenderness. Leftovers can be reheated gently, ideally cut into pieces and covered to conserve moisture.
Allowing longer marinating, up to 8 hours or overnight, deepens flavor absorption. The marinade is discarded before grilling to prevent flare-ups and promote even cooking. This recipe’s straightforward approach produces reliably tender chicken with a harmonious flavor profile.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast feel free to sub chicken thighs, boneless skinless
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or Herbs de Provence, herbs blend
- red pepper flakes optional, pinch
Instructions
- Stir together oil, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, garlic, dried herbs and red pepper flakes.
- Pour into a large ziploc bag along with the chicken, press the excess air out of the bag, seal, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Use tongs to transfer the chicken to a preheated grill or grill pan on the stove. Discard marinade. Cook chicken for 6-10 minutes on each side (depending on thickness) over medium heat until cooked through ( juices should run clear when you cut into the thickest part of the chicken). Serve immediately.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes; longer marinating (up to 8 hours or overnight) enhances flavor.
- Discard marinade before grilling to avoid flare-ups and ensure even cooking.
- To reheat leftovers, cut chicken into bite-size pieces and microwave covered with a damp paper towel or container lid to retain moisture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 289 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 289kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 388mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 457mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 34IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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