Description
Elevate your dining experience with The Best Grilled Chicken Fillet, a delightful dish that marries health and flavor effortlessly. This recipe features tender chicken fillets marinated in a zesty blend of balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, and fresh herbs, ensuring a juicy and flavorful result that will impress at any gathering. Whether you’re grilling outdoors during summer cookouts or using a grill pan on busy weeknights, this versatile meal is perfect for health-conscious eaters looking to enjoy something delicious without the guilt. Serve it atop a fresh salad, in a hearty sandwich, or alongside grains for an easy-to-make meal that satisfies.
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 breasts
- Fresh rosemary and basil
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Pound each chicken breast to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, fresh herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours).
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 grilled chicken filet (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg