Easy Grilled Chicken
A simple and flavorful recipe for grilled chicken, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless chicken breasts (or 8 thighs)
- 4 cups warm water (for brine)
- 1/4 cup kosher salt (for brine)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (for brine)
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed (for brine)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (to coat chicken)
- 1 teaspoon salt (for seasoning)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (for seasoning)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for seasoning)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Dissolve kosher salt and brown sugar in warm water.
- Submerge the chicken in the brine for 30 minutes.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- Mix seasoning ingredients together and rub over the chicken, coating with olive oil.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
- Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 7 minutes without moving.
- Flip the chicken and grill for another 6 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove from the grill and let rest under aluminum foil for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Allowing chicken to rest after grilling enhances tenderness and moisture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 52g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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