Name: Easy Grilled Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breasts (or 8 chicken thighs); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 4 cups warm water; 1/4 cup kosher salt; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 cloves garlic, smashed

Easy Grilled Chicken Recipe

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This Easy Grilled Chicken Recipe uses a simple brine and bold spice blend to create juicy, smoky chicken with perfect char marks. Ready in 30 minutes and perfect for BBQs, meal prep, and weeknight dinners.

Author: Clarice
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes (plus brine time)
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Dinner
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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4 boneless chicken breasts (or 8 chicken thighs)

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Brine:

4 cups warm water

1/4 cup kosher salt

2 tablespoons brown sugar

2 cloves garlic, smashed

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Instructions

1. Dissolve kosher salt and brown sugar in warm water. Add smashed garlic and submerge chicken. Brine for 30 minutes to 2 hours.

2. Remove chicken from brine and pat completely dry.

3. Mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, and cayenne in a small bowl.

4. Rub chicken with olive oil and coat evenly with spice mixture.

5. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375-400°F). Clean and oil grates.

6. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes without moving. Flip and cook 5-6 more minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.

7. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Find it online: https://www.claricerecipes.com/easy-grilled-chicken-recipe/