Description
Juicy grilled chicken breast emerges as a culinary champion, promising mouthwatering flavor with minimal effort. Marinated in zesty herbs and perfectly seared, this simple dish delivers restaurant-quality results that will make you the star of any summer cookout.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
Marinade:
- 1/4 cup (59 ml) lemon juice
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil (finely chopped)
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Cooking Preparation:
- Oil for greasing grill or grill pan
Instructions
- Flatten chicken breasts with a meat mallet to guarantee uniform thickness for consistent cooking.
- Create a vibrant marinade by whisking balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, basil, salt, and pepper in a resealable bag or shallow container.
- Immerse chicken completely in the marinade, ensuring thorough coating. Seal and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours for maximum flavor absorption.
- Remove chicken from refrigerator 20 minutes before grilling to normalize temperature.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375–450°F), lightly brushing grates with oil to prevent sticking.
- Discard used marinade and place chicken on hot grill, cooking 3–4 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 155–160°F.
- Transfer grilled chicken to a clean plate, allowing it to rest for 5–10 minutes. During this time, residual heat will elevate temperature to safe 165°F.
- Slice chicken against the grain and serve immediately with complementary side dishes, fresh salads, or wholesome grains.
Notes
- Tenderize chicken by pounding to uniform thickness, ensuring consistent and juicy grilling results.
- Maximize flavor absorption by marinating chicken for at least 30 minutes, allowing herbs and acids to penetrate deeply.
- Let chicken rest after grilling to redistribute juices, preventing dryness and maintaining tender texture.
- Achieve perfect doneness by using a meat thermometer, checking internal temperature reaches 165°F for food safety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-14 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 431 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 1165 mg
- Fat: 31 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26.7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 109 mg