Description
Elevate your weeknight dinners with The Best Grilled Chicken Fillet, a dish that combines juicy tenderness and an explosion of flavor. Marinated in a vibrant blend of balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, and fresh herbs, this grilled chicken is not only delicious but also a healthy option that’s low in calories and high in protein. Perfect for outdoor grilling or a grill pan, serve it on a bed of greens, as a flavorful sandwich, or alongside grains for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- Juice of 1 large lemon (about 1/4 cup)
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Fresh rosemary and basil
- Sea salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, fresh herbs, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken to the marinade and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours for more flavor).
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the marinated chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast half (170g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg