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Grilled chicken with perfect char marks and incredibly juicy meat using simple brine technique! This easy summer recipe beats any restaurant version and takes just 30 minutes start to finish. Perfect for meal prep, grilled chicken salad, or weeknight dinners when you want something special. You'll love how the spice blend creates that golden crust while keeping everything tender inside. Save this foolproof grilling recipe for your next BBQ!

Easy Grilled Chicken

5 from 1 vote
Aliana Recipes
This juicy, smoky chicken develops a golden crust from a simple brine and high-heat searing. I love this recipe for summer dinners because it keeps the kitchen cool and tastes better than restaurants.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings:4 People
Course:Dinner
Cuisine:American
Calories:280kcal
Cost:$10
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless chicken breasts Or 8 thighs
  • 4 cups warm water For brine
  • ¼ cup kosher salt For brine
  • 2 tablespoon brown sugar For brine
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed For brine
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil Coats chicken
  • 1 teaspoon salt Seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Adds color
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano Herbal note
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional heat

Equipment

  • 1 grill Gas or charcoal
  • 1 bowl For brine
  • 1 Tongs For flipping
  • 1 Meat thermometer Essential for safety

Method
 

  1. Dissolve salt and brown sugar in warm water with smashed garlic to create the brine.
  2. Submerge the chicken in the brine for 30 minutes to ensure the meat stays juicy.
  3. Pat the chicken completely dry and rub it thoroughly with the mixed spices.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates well to prevent sticking.
  5. Grill the chicken for 7 minutes without moving it to create perfect grill marks.
  6. Flip and cook for 6 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  7. Rest the chicken under foil for 5 minutes so the juices redistribute before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 200g (1 breast)Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 35gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Do not move the chicken too early; let it sit undisturbed on the grates to develop those beautiful, signature grill marks.