La mejor receta de pollo a la parrilla

Ingredientes

• 1 1/2-2 pounds chicken breasts
• Lemon wedges (for serving)
• Fresh parsley (for garnish (optional))
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• Zest from one lemon
• 4-6 cloves garlic, (minced)
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 tsp EACH salt, pepper, dried basil, dried thyme, onion powder
• 1/2 tsp EACH paprika, sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes

Preparación

1. 1

   Working in batches as needed, place the chicken in a large freezer bag. Use the flat side of a meat mallet, the side of a can, or a rolling pin to pound to an even thickness, between ½ inch and ¾ inch thick.

2. 2

   Whisk the marinade ingredients together in a freezer bag or a glass bowl. Add the chicken to the marinade and turn it to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours (the longer, the better).

3. 3

   When you're ready to cook, remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let it rest for 15 to 30 minutes before cooking.

4. 4

   --- TO GRILL CHICKEN: ---

5. 5

   Preheat the grill to 400°F, clean, and grease the grates.

6. 6

   Grill the chicken undisturbed for 5-7 minutes per side, or until chicken is cooked through (an inserted thermometer should reach 160°F). Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing to reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice and freshly cracked salt to taste.

7. 7

   --- TO COOK CHICKEN ON THE STOVE: ---

8. 8

   Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once it's very hot, add the chicken and cook, undisturbed, for 3 to 4 minutes, or until it’s deeply golden on one side.

9. 9

   Flip the chicken over, cover, and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160°F on a meat thermometer. Allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing to reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice and freshly cracked salt to taste.

10. 10

    --- TO BAKE CHICKEN IN THE OVEN: ---

11. 11

    Preheat oven to 425°F and lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray.

12. 12

    Drain the chicken from the marinade and add it to the prepared baking dish. Bake, uncovered, for 16-18 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F. (Baking time is for chicken that is approximately 1/2 inch thick; increase cooking time as needed for thicker chicken.)

13. 13

    Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing to reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice and freshly cracked salt to taste.