Recipe of the Week: The Best Grilled Chicken Breast

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Go-to grilled chicken breast recipe, it comes out so juicy and flavorful, perfect over salads, sandwiches, or for meal prep!

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 pounds thin sliced chicken breast cutlets, 8 pieces total preferably organic

  • 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

  • 4 cloves crushed garlic

  • 3/4 teaspoon dried Italian herbs, or use dried oregano

  • 2 1/2 tablespoon red wine vinegar

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt

  • black pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Prepare the Chicken: Start with your thin chicken cutlets. If you haven't already, follow the instructions above to pound your chicken to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch.

  • Marinate the Chicken: Combine olive oil, garlic, dried herbs and vinegar in a large deep shallow dish. Season chicken on both sides with salt and black pepper then add to the marinade.

  • Make sure they’re evenly coated then, cover and marinate at least 30 minutes, but preferably up to 2 hours for better flavor. Or as long as overnight.

  • Preheat Your Grill: Heat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. If you're using a charcoal grill, wait until the coals are covered with white ash.

  • Grill the Chicken: Once your grill is heated, oil the grates and add the chicken cutlets. Grill the chicken for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until browned and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Because the cutlets are thin, they will cook quickly. Be careful not to overcook them, as chicken can become dry if cooked too long.

  • Rest and Serve: Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and flavorful.

Nutrition Information

  • Serving Size: 2 Pieces

  • Calories: 339

  • Carbohydrates: 1.5 g

  • Protein: 51 g

  • Fat: 12.5 g

  • Saturated Fat: 2 g

  • Cholesterol: 165.5 mg

  • Sodium: 523.5 mg

  • Fiber: 0.5 g