Description
This Garlic Parmesan Grilled Chicken recipe is a flavorful and easy dish perfect for a summer barbecue. Tender chicken is marinated in a mixture of olive oil, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and herbs, then grilled to perfection. Serve with your favorite sides for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Marinade:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish (optional):
- Chopped parsley
- Extra Parmesan for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate Chicken: Place chicken in a resealable bag or dish, pour marinade over it, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill Chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.
Notes
- This recipe is versatile and works well with drumsticks or wings.
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Pair with grilled vegetables, salad, or pasta for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
