Grilled Chicken Breast Recipe
This is the BEST grilled chicken breast recipe! The chicken breasts are marinated in an easy to make wet rub using pantry staple spices then grilled until juicy and crazy delicious. With a few tips, learn how to grill chicken breast so it is juicy and delicious every time.
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon EACH: onion powder and garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon EACH: oregano, salt, and pepper
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. It will be a thick paste.5 tablespoons olive oil, 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons paprika, 1 tablespoon EACH: onion powder and garlic powder, 1 teaspoon EACH: oregano, salt, and pepper
- Add the boneless chicken breasts to the bowl and mix well so they are completely coated in the marinade. Let them marinate while your BBQ heats up, or up to 8 hours.4 boneless chicken breasts
- Preheat your BBQ to medium-high heat and oil the grates well. (Or use a grill mat for easy cleanup.) Grill the chicken breasts for 9 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Remove them from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
How long to grill chicken breast:
The key to juicy grilled chicken breasts is simple: don’t overcook them. Chicken breast is very lean, and if it stays on the grill too long, it quickly dries out and turns tough.
The most reliable way to know when your chicken is done is to use an instant-read meat thermometer. Chicken is perfectly cooked at an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit, and checking the temperature helps you avoid overcooking every time.
As a general guideline, most chicken breasts are ready after about 18 minutes on a medium-high grill. Smaller breasts may need a couple of minutes less, while larger ones may need a bit more. I like to grill them for about 9 minutes, flip them, cook for another 7 minutes, then check the temperature. This method keeps the chicken juicy and takes the guesswork out of grilling.
Serving: 1 well seasoned chicken breast, Calories: 370kcal, Carbohydrates: 4g, Protein: 37g, Fat: 22g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 14g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 111mg, Sodium: 206mg, Potassium: 703mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 206IU, Vitamin C: 9mg, Calcium: 31mg, Iron: 1mg