Description
Garlic Parmesan Grilled Chicken delivers a mouthwatering dinner that sizzles with Mediterranean-inspired flavor. Marinaded chicken breasts char perfectly on the grill, delivering savory herb-infused goodness your family will devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Liquids and Additional Ingredients:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Additional Parmesan for topping
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Blend ¼ cup olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp honey, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, ½ tsp smoked paprika, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp black pepper, and ¼ cup Parmesan in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Place 1 ½ to 2 lbs chicken breasts in the marinade, ensuring each piece gets completely coated. Seal the container and refrigerate for 30 minutes to maximize flavor absorption.
- Preheat your grill to 400°F. Lightly brush the grates with oil to prevent chicken from sticking.
- Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off completely. This prevents flare-ups and ensures even cooking.
- Arrange chicken on the grill, cooking for 5-7 minutes on the first side until golden brown grill marks appear.
- Flip chicken and cook an additional 5-7 minutes, watching for an internal temperature of 165°F using a meat thermometer.
- During the final 2 minutes of grilling, sprinkle an extra ¼ cup Parmesan over each piece to create a deliciously crispy cheese crust.
- Transfer chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes, which helps retain moisture and distribute internal heat.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and an optional sprinkle of Parmesan before serving hot.
Notes
- Marinating longer than 4 hours can make the chicken tough, so stick to the recommended time for the best texture.
- Pat the chicken dry before grilling to help achieve a nice golden-brown sear and prevent steaming.
- For a low-carb version, swap honey with a sugar-free sweetener like monk fruit or stevia.
- If grilling isn’t possible, you can easily bake this chicken in a 425°F oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 293 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 440 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg