grilled chicken

Here’s a juicy, flavorful Grilled Chicken that works perfectly for salads, sandwiches, or as a main dish.

Simple Grilled Chicken

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp lemon juice (or vinegar)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp ground cumin (optional)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Marinate the chicken

   • In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.

   • Coat chicken evenly and marinate at least 30 minutes (up to 8 hours).

2. Preheat grill

   • Heat grill to medium-high (about 400–450°F / 200–230°C).

   • Lightly oil the grates.

3. Grill

   • Place chicken on the grill.

   • Cook 5–7 minutes per side (breasts) or until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).

   • Avoid flipping too often.

4. Rest & serve

   • Remove from grill and rest 5 minutes before slicing.

Flavor Variations

• BBQ: Brush with barbecue sauce during last 2 minutes.

• Mediterranean: Add rosemary, thyme, and lemon zest.

• Spicy: Add chili flakes or cayenne.

• Honey Garlic: Add 1 tbsp honey to the marinade.

If you’d like, I can pair this with your creamy potato salad for a full plate—or adjust the seasoning to match it perfectly.