Garlic Parmesan Grilled Chicken
A juicy, flavorful grilled chicken recipe featuring garlic and parmesan in a savory marinade that creates a golden crust. Perfect for weeknight meals or backyard BBQs.
Equipment
- Grill (gas or charcoal)
- Meat thermometer
- Mixing bowl
- Tongs
- Basting brush (optional)
Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken thighs or breasts
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme or rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-ons:
- Red pepper flakes for spice
- Sun-dried tomatoes for Mediterranean twist
- Fresh chopped basil parsley, or chives (for garden flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine garlic, parmesan, olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add chicken to the bowl and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Heat the Grill: Set up your grill with two heat zones—one side high heat, the other medium-low.
- Grill – Sear First: Place chicken on the hot side. Sear 4–5 minutes per side until nice grill marks form.
- Finish on Indirect Heat: Move chicken to the cooler side of the grill and cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest: Let chicken rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
- Optional: Grate fresh parmesan over the top just before serving.
Notes
Pound chicken breasts to even thickness for better cooking.
Save a portion of the marinade before adding raw chicken to use for basting or sauce.
For extra juicy results, brine the chicken before marinating.
Great for meal prep—flavors deepen overnight!
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 32gFat: 20g
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