It’s grilling season. That means sizzling meats over an open flame. Grilled chicken is one of the healthiest ways to add variety to your summer protein. This easy marinade is a great way to transform bland chicken into a patio favorite.
Serves: 2
Total Time: 27 minutes
Ingredients
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2 boneless chicken breasts
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons of reduced-sodium soy sauce
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
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Cut three slits across the top of each of the chicken breasts.
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Combine olive oil, reduced-sodium soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper in one small bowl. Stir to ensure combination. Pour half into a second small bowl.
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Generously brush both sides of the chicken with the contents of the first small bowl.
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Preheat grill to medium-high heat
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Grill chicken until cooked all the way through. An eight-ounce chicken breast takes about 6 minutes per side.
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Transfer chicken to a grill pan. Using a clean pastry brush and the second small bowl of marinade, apply another coat of marinade to the chicken.
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Tent the chicken and let it rest for five to 10 minutes with a sheet of tinfoil.
Nutrition Facts
Servings: 2
Serving Size: One 8-oz Chicken
Calories 400
Total Fat 18 g
Saturated Fat 2.5 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 125 mg
Sodium 460 mg
Total Carbohydrate 1 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Total Sugars 0 g
Protein 52 g
