Grilled Chicken Breast
When it comes to making grilled juicy chicken breasts in my house, the thinner the better! Thinner chicken cutlets cook faster, more evenly and because of their thinner size, allows the marinade to penetrate better giving you a more flavorful chicken. Here I marinated the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic, red wine vinegar and dried herbs. These grilled chicken breasts are perfectly charred and delicious. They’re an easy healthy, low-fat, high protein meal. And so versatile to make ahead for meal prep! Add them to salads or bowls, sandwiches, or as a main with vegetables and a grain. The grilling process gives the chicken a slightly smoky taste that’s undeniably delicious. No grill? Try these juicy, air fryer chicken breasts! Or for variations, try this yogurt marinated grilled chicken.
Ingredients
Boneless skinless chicken breasts, preferably organic (boneless chicken thighs work too) Chicken Marinade: extra virgin olive oil, crushed garlic, dried Italian herbs, or use dried oregano, red wine vinegar, kosher salt and black pepper, to taste Optional Variations: Add garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika or swap vinegar for lemon juice.
How To Make Grilled Chicken Breasts
What To Serve with Grilled Chicken
You can serve grilled chicken with a side of creamy cucumber salad, grilled veggie towers, grilled asparagus, grilled corn on the cob, broccoli or grilled zucchini. Add it to your meal prep bowls with your favorite grain, on top of a fresh salad, or in a sandwich or wrap. Here’s some recipes that use grilled chicken breasts:
Faster Cooking Time: Thin chicken cutlets cook much quicker than whole chicken breasts due to their thinner size. This is a major advantage if you’re trying to prepare a meal quickly. Even Cooking: It can be challenging to cook a thick piece of chicken evenly. The exterior might become overcooked by the time the interior is fully cooked. With thin cutlets, you can achieve a uniformly cooked piece of chicken, reducing the risk of dryness or, conversely, under-cooking. Marinade Penetration: Because of their thinner size, cutlets allow marinades and seasonings to penetrate more thoroughly, leading to more flavorful chicken. Versatility: Thin cutlets are great for a variety of dishes like sandwiches, salads, or pasta because they can be easily layered or sliced.
Grilled Chicken Salad with Mango and Avocado Grilled Chicken Panini with Zucchini, Tomato, and Mozzarella Grilled Chicken Chickpea Salad
More Chicken Recipes to make on the grill:
Korean Grilled Chicken Breasts Cilantro Lime Chicken Breast (Grilled or Air Fryer) Honey Balsamic Grilled Chicken and Vegetables Grilled Chicken with Spinach and Melted Mozzarella Grilled Chicken, Strawberry, Avocado Salad with Citrus Dressing
What you’ll need:
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 8 ounces each Plastic wrap or a large zip-top bag A meat mallet, rolling pin, or heavy skillet A cutting board
Instructions: Remember, always handle raw chicken with care to avoid cross-contamination, and clean all surfaces and utensils well after they have come into contact with raw chicken.
