Grilled Chicken Breast

Making Grilled Chicken Breast

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1. Flatten each breast between sheets of baking paper to about 2 cm thick. Mix the oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, salt and pepper, add the chicken and leave for 15 minutes.

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2. Heat the grill to high and oil the rack.

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3. Grill the chicken for 7 minutes per side, turning once, until cooked through and marked with brown.

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4. Rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

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Small Things That Help

• Flatten the breasts for even cooking.
• Do not marinate for longer than an hour.
• Use a thermometer; 75°C means done.
• Rest the meat before cutting.

Common Substitutions & Variations

• An eighth of a teaspoon of garlic powder per clove is the usual stand-in when you are out of fresh garlic — it will not caramelise the same way, but it carries the flavour.

Serving Suggestions

• Rice
• Green salad
• Roasted vegetables
• Garlic yogurt

Leftovers and Storage

Keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days. Slice it cold into salads and sandwiches.

Questions About Grilled Chicken Breast

Grilled Chicken Breast Nutrition Facts

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.