Description
Discover an easy marinated grilled chicken recipe that’s quick, juicy, and packed with flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners and summer cook
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skin‑less chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, smoked paprika, and black pepper until well combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes (up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
- Preheat the Grill: Heat a gas or charcoal grill to medium‑high (about 375°F). Lightly oil the grates with a paper towel dipped in oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for 5 minutes. Place the breasts on the grill and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the juices run clear.
- Rest and Serve: Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice or serve whole, and sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking.
- For extra juiciness, add a splash of water or chicken broth to the marinade.
- If you’re short on time, skip the marinating step and brush the chicken with the sauce during grilling.
- Keep the grill lid open for a more even cook and to reduce flare‑ups.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: marinated grilled chicken recipe easy (variant)