Description
Grilled chicken is a summer favorite that delivers smoky, juicy flavor in every bite. This easy grilled chicken recipe features tender, marinated chicken breasts infused with olive oil, lemon juice, and soy sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or backyard barbecues, this foolproof dish is sure to impress your family and friends. With just a few simple steps, you can create a flavorful meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish; pour the marinade over them. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F to 400°F).
- Remove chicken from marinade (discard leftover marinade) and grill for 6-7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg