Plain Grilled Chicken Recipe
(Ordered with only Olive Oil, Salt, & Pepper)
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- 2
Season the Chicken
Drizzle olive oil over the chicken breasts. Sprinkle salt and black pepper evenly on both sides.
- 3
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, about 375°F to 450°F (190°C to 232°C).
- 4
Grill the Chicken
Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the grill. Cook for 6-7 minutes on one side.
- 5
Flip the Chicken
Flip the chicken breasts and grill for an additional 6-7 minutes on the other side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 6
Rest and Serve
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.





