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Grilled Chicken Breasts (Juicy)

Say goodbye to dry, bland grilled chicken breasts. This recipe guarantees juicy, flavorful chicken every time.

Original recipe: onceuponachef.com

Yield:
4 servings
Prep:
20 min
Cook:
10 min
Total:
30 min
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Grilled Chicken Breasts (Juicy)

Ingredients

  1. 1¾ lb boneless, (skinless chicken breasts)
  2. 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  3. 4 large cloves garlic, (minced)
  4. 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  5. ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  6. 1¼ teaspoon salt
  7. ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  8. 1½ teaspoons lemon zest, (from 1 lemon)

Instructions

  1. One at a time, place the chicken breasts in a 1-gallon zip-lock bag; using a meat mallet, pound to an even ½-in (13-mm) thickness.
  2. Mix all of the ingredients except for the chicken together in a 1-gallon zip-lock bag (go ahead and use the same one you used for pounding if it is still in good shape). Add the chicken breasts to the bag and massage the marinade into the meat until evenly coated.
  3. Seal the bag and place in a bowl in the refrigerator (the bowl protects against leakage); let the chicken marinate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  4. Preheat the grill to high heat and oil the grates. Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook, covered, for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until an instant-read thermometer registers 165°F. Transfer the chicken to a platter and let rest for 3 to 4 minutes before serving.