Juicy Grilled Chicken Herbs Spices (Printable)
Juicy herb-marinated grilled chicken ready in 30 minutes. Perfect for a healthy main course with Mediterranean flavors.
# What You'll 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
# Step-by-step:
01 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl until fully combined.
02 - Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over chicken, seal tightly, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours for optimal flavor absorption.
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 for 6-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear when pierced.
05 - Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.
# Expert Advice:
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- The marinade comes together in seconds but makes the chicken taste like you spent all day planning it
- Leftovers are incredible cold the next day or sliced over salads for lunch
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- I once skipped the resting step and all the juices ran out onto the cutting board making the chicken dry
- Adding chili flakes to the marinade completely transforms this into something with a nice little kick
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- Pound the chicken to even thickness before marinating for the most consistent results
- Make double the marinade and save half for brushing on during the last minute of grilling