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Grilled Chicken Breast

Juicy and flavorful grilled chicken breast, perfect for a healthy meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Marinade
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Marinate the Chicken
  1. Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
Preheat the Grill
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F to 450°F).
Grill the Chicken
  1. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Rest and Serve
  1. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalProtein: 40gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For added flavor, you can let the chicken marinate overnight.

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