Juicy Grilled Chicken with Herbs (Printable)
Tender grilled chicken breasts marinated in herbs and spices for maximum flavor
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ Marinade
02 - 3 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tsp dried oregano
06 - 1 tsp paprika
07 - 1/2 tsp salt
08 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
→ Garnish
09 - Fresh parsley, chopped
10 - Lemon wedges
# How To Make:
01 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl until well combined.
02 - Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over chicken, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes up to 2 hours for optimal flavor infusion.
03 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat (approximately 375-400°F) and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
04 - Remove chicken from marinade, discarding excess liquid. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
05 - Let chicken rest for 5 minutes to retain juices. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- The marinade comes together in under five minutes with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry
- Chicken stays incredibly juicy while getting those gorgeous grill marks everyone loves
02 -
- I once skipped letting the chicken rest and all those beautiful juices ended up on the cutting board instead of in the meat
- Patting the chicken dry before putting it on the grill helps you get those restaurant-quality sear marks
03 -
- Room temperature chicken cooks more evenly, so take it out of the fridge about 20 minutes before grilling
- Clean your grill grates while theyre hot right before cooking for the best non-stick surface