Juicy Grilled Chicken with Herbs (Printable)
Juicy grilled chicken marinated with herbs, garlic, and lemon for a flavorful main course ready in 30 minutes.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ Marinade
02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 1 teaspoon paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
→ Garnish (optional)
09 - Fresh parsley, chopped
10 - Lemon wedges
# How-to Steps:
01 - In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
02 - Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours for best flavor.
03 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
04 - Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess liquid. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
05 - Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The marinade comes together in seconds but makes you look like you planned all day
- Leftovers (if you somehow have any) make the most amazing chicken salad for lunch
02 -
- I once skipped the resting step and regretted it immediately as all the juices ran onto the cutting board
- Room temperature chicken grills more evenly than cold straight from the fridge
03 -
- Pound thicker parts of the chicken breasts to even thickness so everything finishes at the same time
- Make extra because the leftovers in salads or wraps the next day are absolute perfection