Grilled Garlic Herb Chicken with Zesty Lemon Dressing

Ingredients

- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/4 cup Italian dressing
- 1/4 cup balsamic dressing
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk

Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, lemon juice, Italian dressing, and balsamic dressing.
- Whisk together until the mixture is well-blended.
- Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they are evenly coated with the marinade.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for maximum flavor infusion.

2. Prepare the Grill:
- Clean the grill grates thoroughly, then preheat the charcoal grill to a medium-high heat setting. This should take about 15 minutes once the coals are lit and evenly distributed.
- Maintain a grill temperature of around 375°F - 400°F.

3. Grill the Chicken:
- Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Place the chicken on the grill over direct heat.
- Grill each side for about 6-7 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F. Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.
- Remove from grill and let the chicken rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes to retain its juices.

4. Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, combine the yogurt and buttermilk, whisking until smooth.
- Drizzle this creamy combination over the rested chicken just before serving for a zesty finishing touch.

5. Serve:
- Slice the grilled chicken breasts and arrange them on a serving platter.
- Garnish with fresh herbs of choice, such as parsley or basil, for an extra visual appeal and a burst of flavor.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Marination: PT1H
1 hour
- Grilling: PT15M
15 minutes
- Resting: PT5M
5 minutes
- Total Cooking Time: PT1H20M
1 hour and 20 minutes

Total Time

PT2H10M
2 hours and 10 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Grilled Chicken, Garlic Chicken, Charcoal Grilled Recipe, Lemon Dressing Chicken, BBQ Chicken, Summertime Dinner, Easy Grilled Dinner, High-Protein Dinner, Chicken Marinade, Gourmet Grilled Chicken

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total Calories: 1600

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