Garlic Parmesan Grilled Chicken
A quick and flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken breasts infused with garlic, rich Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and a hint of lemon.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 pounds)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare the chicken breasts by gently pounding them to create a uniform thickness.
- In a mixing bowl, blend together minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, olive oil, chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create a consistent paste.
- Generously coat each side of the chicken with the mixture, pressing in for maximum flavor.
Cooking
- Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium heat.
- Place the chicken pieces on the grill, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Grill for several minutes on each side until the chicken is cooked through, with nice grill marks forming.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest briefly before serving.
Notes
For best results, marinate the chicken for a few hours before grilling, and ensure even thickness of the chicken for consistent cooking.