Grilled Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Marinade
Chicken
Method
Marinade Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Chicken Preparation
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring that each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap.
- 3
Refrigerate
Refrigerate the marinated chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for better flavor absorption.
Grilling
- 4
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F or 200°C).
- 5
Grill the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill. Grill for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 6
Rest the Chicken
Once grilled, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute.