Description
This Best Grilled Chicken recipe features tender and juicy boneless skinless chicken breasts marinated in a flavorful blend of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and herbs, then grilled to perfection. Perfect for a quick and delicious main course that can be served immediately.
Ingredients
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Marinade and Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian blend herbs
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, stir together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, Italian blend herbs, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
- Marinate the chicken: Pour the marinade into a large ziplock bag along with the chicken breasts. Press out excess air, seal the bag, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
- Preheat the grill: Heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat until hot and ready for cooking.
- Grill the chicken: Remove chicken from the marinade, discarding the marinade. Place chicken on the grill and cook for 10 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and juices run clear when cut into the thickest part.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately while hot and juicy.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes; for deeper flavor, marinate up to 8 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
- To reheat leftovers, cut chicken into bite-size pieces and microwave covered with a wet paper towel or inverted container to retain moisture.
- You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts for a slightly different texture and flavor.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to taste for desired spice level or omit if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 150 g)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
