Description
Elevate your weeknight meals and summer cookouts with The Best Grilled Chicken Fillet. This flavorful recipe features chicken marinated in a vibrant blend of balsamic vinegar, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and aromatic herbs. The result is a juicy, tender fillet bursting with flavor that’s perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a family dinner. Low in calories and high in protein, this dish is an ideal choice for health-conscious eaters. Serve it atop a salad, in a sandwich, or alongside grains for a versatile meal that everyone will love.
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
- Fresh rosemary and basil
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, rosemary, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the marinated chicken for about 3–4 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Allow the grilled chicken to rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 boneless skinless chicken breast half (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg