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Grilled Chicken Breast

Juicy, flavorful grilled chicken breast made with a simple herb marinade, perfect for healthy meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Components
  • 4 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp thyme dried
  • 1 tsp rosemary dried
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
Garnish
  • fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • grill pan
  • Tongs
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and flatten to even thickness.
  2. Mix olive oil, garlic, spices, and lemon juice to create marinade.
  3. Coat chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat and oil grates.
  5. Grill chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until cooked through.
  6. Rest for 5 minutes, garnish, and serve.

Notes

Do not overcook; use a thermometer for best results. Resting ensures juicy chicken.