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Easy Grilled Chicken Recipe

Deliciously Easy Grilled Chicken Recipe for Effortless Summer Feasts

This Easy Grilled Chicken Recipe transforms ordinary evenings into extraordinary meals, perfect for summer feasts.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brine
  • 4 cups Warm Water Adjust according to the amount of chicken used.
  • 0.25 cup Kosher Salt Ideal for brining.
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar Can swap for a sugar alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Smashed for flavor.
  • 4 pieces Boneless Chicken Breasts (or Thighs) Use thighs for extra moisture.
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Prevents sticking.
  • 1 tsp Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper Adds mild heat.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Convenient garlic flavor.
  • 1 tsp Paprika Adds color and smokiness.
  • 0.5 tsp Dried Oregano Herby notes.
  • 0.25 tsp Cayenne Pepper Optional for spice.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • Meat thermometer
  • tongs
  • Grill Brush

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Dissolve ¼ cup of kosher salt and 2 tablespoons of brown sugar in about 4 cups of warm water. Stir in 2 smashed garlic cloves.
  2. Submerge chicken in the brine for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  3. Remove chicken, pat dry, and mix seasoning ingredients in a small bowl. Rub the mixture over the chicken.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375-400°F) and clean the grates.
  5. Place chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes to achieve grill marks.
  6. Flip the chicken carefully and grill for an additional 5-6 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  7. Remove from grill and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 2gIron: 1mg

Notes

This recipe transforms your grilling experience with simple ingredients and techniques for flavorful memories.

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