Juicy Grilled Chicken Herbs Spices (Printable)
Tender juicy chicken grilled with zesty herb marinade. Ready in 30 minutes for an easy flavorful meal.
# What goes in:
→ 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
# Directions:
01 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl until thoroughly 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 absorption.
03 - Heat grill to medium-high temperature (approximately 375-400°F) and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
04 - Remove chicken from marinade and discard 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 before slicing to retain juices. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The marinade comes together in minutes but tastes like you spent hours planning
- Perfect for weeknight dinners yet fancy enough for weekend guests
02 -
- Don't marinate longer than 2 hours or the lemon starts breaking down the meat too much
- A meat thermometer beats guessing every single time
03 -
- Pat the chicken dry before marinating for better adherence
- Let the grill preheat for at least 10 minutes for those gorgeous sear marks