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A plate featuring expertly grilled chicken breast and seasoned roasted red potatoes, garnished with parsley, showcases the essence of how to grill chicken breasts to perfection. A fork slices through the succulent meat, while a black and white checkered cloth napkin rests nearby.
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How to Grill Chicken Breasts

We have the best tips and tricks to learn how to grill chicken breasts perfectly every time. Try these tips for moist and tender chicken every single time!
Prep Time4 hours
Cook Time15 minutes
Cool5 minutes
Total Time4 hours 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Author: Carrie Barnard
Cost: $10.35, $1.73 per Serving

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs Chicken Breasts (Approximately 6 Chicken Breasts)
  • ¼ cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Garlic Salt
  • ½ tsp Onion Powder
  • ½ tsp Pepper

Instructions

  • Place chicken breasts in a bowl or a large storage bag.
  • Pour in apple cider vinegar, olive oil, garlic salt, onion powder, and pepper. Seal the bag and shake to thoroughly coat the chicken with the marinade.
  • Allow the chicken to marinate in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight.
  • Grill the chicken over medium high heat. Cook for 7-10 minutes per side until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
  • Let the chicken sit for 5 minutes. Then slice, serve and enjoy!

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Notes

Try to get the chicken breasts to be around the same thickness for evenly grilling.  I use a meat tenderizer to thin out some of the chicken breasts if they are thicker than others. 

Nutrition

Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 651mg | Potassium: 850mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 69IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg
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