Description
Indulge in the juicy goodness of grilled chicken breast, a perfect dish for any occasion. This recipe features a delightful garlic and herb marinade that infuses the chicken with mouthwatering flavors, making it ideal for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners. With its quick preparation and versatile serving options, you can easily create a delicious meal that’s healthy and satisfying. Whether served on its own, sliced into salads, or tucked into sandwiches, this grilled chicken breast will impress everyone at your table. Get ready to elevate your grilling game with this easy-to-follow recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (plus more for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon chopped thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in a resealable gallon-sized bag or bowl.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, lemon zest, parsley, thyme, salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken and ensure it's evenly coated. Marinate for at least 1 hour (up to 24 hours) in the refrigerator.
- Preheat your grill to medium heat.
- Grill the marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg