Description
A simple and versatile grilled chicken recipe that is juicy and full of flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Boneless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 4 cups Warm water (for brine)
- 1/4 cup Kosher salt (for brine)
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar (for brine)
- 2 cloves Garlic, smashed (for brine)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil (to coat chicken)
- 1 tsp Salt (for seasoning)
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper (for seasoning)
- 1 tsp Garlic powder (for seasoning)
- 1 tsp Paprika (adds color)
- 1/2 tsp Dried oregano (herbal note)
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper (optional heat)
Instructions
- Dissolve salt and brown sugar in warm water, adding the smashed garlic cloves to create the brine.
- Submerge the chicken in the brine for about 30 minutes to enhance flavor and moisture.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and rub with the seasonings mix of salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, and cayenne.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high and ensure the grates are well oiled.
- Cook the chicken on the grill for about 7 minutes without moving it to form grill marks, then flip and cook for another 6 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest under foil for about 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Brining adds moisture and flavor to the chicken; a meat thermometer is recommended to avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg