Grilled Chicken Breast

Name: Grilled Chicken Breast
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 people, as a side
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts; 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning (homemade or store-bought); 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 5 large garlic cloves; 2 lemons; 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil; kosher salt; 1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley leaves

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Marinating Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings
4 people, as a side
Calories
3797 kcal
Course
Side Dish, Dinner
Cuisine
Mediterranean

Grilled Chicken Breast

Frida Fisher

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This simple recipe keeps grilled chicken breast tender and juicy! With a few easy techniques and a garlicky Italian marinade, you can transform plain chicken breast into a tasty and satisfying dinner option that’s perfect for any night of the week.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
5 large garlic cloves, minced
2 lemons, zested and juiced
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for oiling the grill
kosher salt
1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley leaves, for garnish

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Instructions

Pound the chicken breasts: Place one chicken breast in a large zip-top bag. Push out any air and fasten the bag shut. Use a kitchen mallet to pound the chicken until it’s evenly flattened to about 1/2-inch. Repeat with the remaining chicken breasts, pounding one at a time.
Make the marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine the Italian seasoning, paprika, red pepper flakes (if using), garlic, lemon zest and juice. Add the olive oil and whisk to combine.
Marinate the chicken: Season the chicken well all over with salt. Add it to the bowl with the marinade and toss to coat. Let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Grill the chicken: Lightly oil the grates and preheat your gas grill or an indoor griddle to medium. Arrange the chicken in one single layer over the heated surface. Grill for about 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches somewhere between 155°F and 160°F.
Cover and rest: Transfer to a large plate and immediately tent a large piece of foil loosely over the chicken. Allow to rest, covered, until its internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 5 minutes.
Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Notes

If you want to marinate the chicken for longer than 30 minutes, combine the marinade ingredients together, but leave out the lemon juice. Add the salted chicken to the marinade, cover and refrigerate the chicken for up to 4 hours or overnight. When you're ready, remove the chicken from the fridge add the lemon juice to chicken marinade, and let the chicken marinate for and additional 30 minutes at room temperature.
If you want to marinate the chicken for longer than 30 minutes, combine the marinade ingredients together, but leave out the lemon juice. Add the salted chicken to the marinade, cover and refrigerate the chicken for up to 4 hours or overnight. When you're ready, remove the chicken from the fridge add the lemon juice to chicken marinade, and let the chicken marinate for and additional 30 minutes at room temperature. Lemon juice is acidic, and letting the chicken sit in it for an extended period of time can make it rubbery, which is why I liked to wait and add it later.
Chicken breast tends to dry out and get very tough when overcooked. Make sure to remove it from the grill and tent before it hits the 165°F mark. The foil will capture the steam and finish cooking the chicken.
Store leftovers, sealed in an airtight container in your refrigerator, for up to four days.
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Nutrition Information

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Calories 379.7kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 7.5g (3%) Protein 37.2g (74%) Fat 22.7g (35%) Saturated Fat 3.5g (18%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g Monounsaturated Fat 14.5g Trans Fat 0.02g Cholesterol 108.9mg (36%) Sodium 206mg (9%) Potassium 763mg (22%) Fiber 2.3g (9%) Sugar 1.5g (3%) Vitamin A 593.4IU (12%) Vitamin C 36.8mg (41%) Calcium 52.1mg (5%) Iron 1.8mg (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people, as a side

Amount Per Serving

Calories 3797 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	379.7kcal	19%
Carbohydrates	7.5g	3%
Protein	37.2g	74%
Fat	22.7g	35%
Saturated Fat	3.5g	18%
Polyunsaturated Fat	2.7g	16%
Monounsaturated Fat	14.5g	73%
Trans Fat	0.02g	1%
Cholesterol	108.9mg	36%
Sodium	206mg	9%
Potassium	763mg	16%
Fiber	2.3g	9%
Sugar	1.5g	3%
Vitamin A	593.4IU	12%
Vitamin C	36.8mg	41%
Calcium	52.1mg	5%
Iron	1.8mg	10%