Description
Elevate your weeknight dinners or summer cookouts with The Best Grilled Chicken Fillet. Marinated in a vibrant blend of balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, and fresh herbs, this dish promises juicy tenderness and an explosion of flavor that will impress family and friends alike. Perfect for grilling outdoors or cooking on a grill pan, this healthy option is low in calories yet high in protein, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious eaters. Serve it on a bed of greens, as a sandwich, or with grains for a versatile meal that’s sure to satisfy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
- Fresh rosemary and basil
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
- In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 grilled chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg