Grilled Chicken Herbs Spices Marinade (Printable Version)
Juicy herb-marinated chicken grilled to perfection. Ready in 30 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ 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 (optional)
09 - Fresh parsley, chopped
10 - Lemon wedges
# How To Make It:
01 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl until thoroughly combined.
02 - Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over the chicken, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours for optimal flavor development.
03 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
04 - Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess liquid. Grill chicken 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.
# Helpful Hints:
01 -
- The marinade comes together in under five minutes but tastes like you marinated it all day
- Its nearly impossible to mess up, even if you are new to grilling
02 -
- Do not skip the resting step or you will lose all those delicious juices when you cut into it
- A meat thermometer takes the guesswork out and guarantees perfectly cooked chicken every time
03 -
- Bring chicken to room temperature for 20 minutes before grilling for more even cooking
- Chicken thighs work beautifully here and stay juicier than breasts if you prefer dark meat