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Easy Grilled Chicken Breasts Recipe for Beginners Perfectly Juicy and Simple

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A foolproof and simple grilled chicken breasts recipe perfect for beginners, delivering juicy, flavorful chicken with minimal ingredients and fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces or 170 grams each)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of 1 medium lemon (about 3 tablespoons, freshly squeezed)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and optional honey until smooth and fragrant.
  2. Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish or resealable bag and pour marinade over them, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, up to 1 hour.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F to 400°F). Clean and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
  4. Place chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 5-6 minutes per side with the lid closed, flipping only once to get good grill marks and avoid drying out.
  5. Check doneness with a meat thermometer; internal temperature should reach 160°F. If no thermometer is available, cut into the thickest part to ensure juices run clear and meat is no longer pink.
  6. Transfer chicken to a plate and loosely cover with foil. Let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute before serving.

Notes

Pound chicken breasts to even thickness for consistent cooking. Do not over-marinate (max 1 hour) to avoid texture changes. Flip chicken only once to retain juiciness. Rest chicken after grilling for best results. If chicken chars too quickly, move to cooler part of grill to finish cooking.

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