Best Grilled Chicken Breast
grilled chicken breasts often have a reputation for being mundane. If not cooked properly, they can easily become dry and tough (and who wants that?). However, fear not! With a speedy and delectable marinade, you can transform them into a truly delicious main course that pairs perfectly with your favorite summer sides. Keep reading for our expert tips on achieving juicy and flavorful grilled chicken breasts consistently.
Ingredients
- 1/4 c. balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp. brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp. dried thyme
- 1 tsp. dried rosemary
- 4 chicken breasts
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, brown sugar, garlic, and dried herbs, and season generously with salt and pepper. Reserve ¼ cup.
- Add chicken to the bowl and toss to combine. Let marinate at least 20 minutes and up to overnight.
- Preheat grill to medium high. Add chicken and grill, basting with reserved marinade, until cooked through, 6 minutes per side.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 456kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 62gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 199mgSodium: 719mgPotassium: 976mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gCalcium: 43mgIron: 2mg
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