Description
This Perfect Grilled Chicken Breasts recipe features tender, juicy chicken marinated in flavorful Japanese BBQ sauce, then grilled to perfection. Quick to prepare and ideal for a healthy weeknight dinner, this recipe delivers moist chicken breasts with a smoky, savory bite paired perfectly with your favorite side dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Marinade
- ½ cup Bachman’s Japanese BBQ sauce (or your favorite BBQ sauce)
Grill Preparation
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a ziplock bag with ½ cup of Japanese BBQ sauce. Seal the bag tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate and tenderize the meat.
- Preheat Grill: Heat your grill to high heat, approximately 450°F (232°C), to ensure a good sear and grill marks.
- Prepare Grill Grates: Spray the grill grates with nonstick cooking spray or use tongs to rub an oiled paper towel over the grates. This step prevents sticking and helps achieve even cooking.
- Grill Chicken: Place the marinated chicken breasts on the grill. Reduce the heat to medium-high and close the lid. Cook for 6 minutes, then flip the breasts and cook for an additional 6 minutes. Check for doneness when the internal temperature reaches 155°F (68°C), as residual heat will continue cooking the chicken.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken breasts from the grill and let them rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Resting allows juices to redistribute, ensuring moist and flavorful meat.
Notes
- Marinating overnight enhances the flavor and tenderness.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness and avoid overcooking.
- Letting chicken rest after grilling keeps it juicy.
- You can substitute Japanese BBQ sauce with any preferred BBQ sauce.
- If you don’t have a grill, a grill pan on the stovetop can be used as an alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes plus at least 4 hours marinating
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
