The Well Plated Cookbook is balsamic chicken marinade for grilling available! The BEST grilled chicken breast and marinade recipe!
An easy method for making tender, moist grilled chicken breasts every time. Whether you keep them on hand for quick lunches or serve them for dinner tonight, a juicy Grilled Chicken Breast is the perfect way to upgrade any meal. Mastering the art of preparing a perfectly grilled chicken breast will make you feel like a has-her-life-together grown-up. BBQ Chicken Salad and Balsamic Chicken Salad! Sadly, they often turn out dry, bland, and rubbery. AND are worthy of enjoyment as a stand-alone main. To grill chicken breast without drying it out, be sure to follow these essential tips.
Marinades tenderize meat by changing its protein structure which helps it stay juicier for longer. Even 15 minutes can make a major difference in results. Check out my go-to Chicken Marinade or Chicken Thigh Marinade! Pounding the chicken to an even thickness helps it cook more evenly on the grill so that the ends don’t dry out before the center cooks through. While not strictly required, I like to poke holes all over my chicken breast with a fork to help the marinade absorb more quickly. No matter what other careful steps you take to keep your chicken from becoming dry, NOTHING saves you if you overcook it.
For best results, remove the chicken when it reaches the 155 to 160-degree F mark. Resting allows the juices to reincorporate into the protein. If you cut it right away, those yummy juices will escape onto the plate. You can use this method to grill chicken breast on a gas or charcoal grill. If you do not have a grill, you can use a grill pan like this to cook an indoor grilled chicken breast on the stovetop. The Ingredients Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts.
Become deliciously tender and smoky on the grill. Plus, they’re rich in protein, vitamins, and iron. For tips on grilling thighs, see Grilled Chicken Thighs. The amount of time you need to grill juicy chicken breasts will vary based on the size of the breast and how thinly you pound it. Try making Grilled Chicken Tenders, which cook in about 6 minutes. You can also simply combine olive oil, lemon juice, kosher salt, and any of your favorite spices and herbs: paprika, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, and rosemary are all excellent choices.