This simple Grilled Chicken Breast recipe is my favorite thing to make for dinner as soon as the weather starts getting warmer! I start with the most delicious spice mix to season the chicken, then pop it on the grill where it gets perfectly juicy and charred in just 15 minutes. I’m excited to show you how to grill the most amazing chicken breast, because it’s really so easy, so good, and so healthy!
Summer is here and that means it’s time to get your grill on! The real secret to this flavorful chicken breast recipe is my simple seasoning mix–it’s perfect for grilled chicken! I love making this week after week because it really goes with everything, so it’s a must-make for your next cookout.
What’s in this Grilled Chicken Breast Recipe?
The ingredients list for this recipe is super short. Just grab chicken breast and some spices to season!
- Spices: Kosher salt, ground pepper, cumin, chili powder, onion powder, and garlic powder give this chicken breast a fresh, slightly spicy flavor that pairs well with almost anything!
- Olive Oil: Helps the spices stick to the chicken and helps the chicken cook without burning or sticking to the grill.
- Chicken Breasts: I like to use boneless, skinless chicken breasts, but you can use bone-in, skin-on if you prefer (it will take longer to cook).
- Lime Juice: Adds a touch of acidity to that brightens up the final flavor.
Seasoning Chicken Breast on the Grill
This grilled chicken seasoning mix is my go-to for simplicity and flavor, but you can easily switch out the spices & herbs to adjust to your taste. For herbs, add dried parsley, sage, rosemary, and/or thyme. For more spices, add coriander, oregano, and/or smoked paprika.
If you like, you can marinate the chicken before grilling. Try this balsamic marinade, teriyaki marinade, or chipotle lime marinade.
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How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover chicken breasts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet set over medium-low heat for the best results. It can also be served cold (straight from the fridge) sliced up on salads.
How to Freeze
Freeze grilled chicken breasts in an airtight container or Ziplock bag for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Notes and Tips
- When grilling chicken, it’s important to preheat your grill and to set it to a medium-high heat. Preheating ensures that it cooks evenly, and if it’s too hot, it will burn the outside of the chicken before it cooks inside.
- Make sure that the chicken is at room temperature before adding it to the grill. This will also help it cook more evenly.
- To get super juicy grilled chicken breast: remove it from the grill when it reaches an internal temp of 160°F, let it rest for 10 minutes (it will rise to 165°F), and the slice it. That resting time allows the juices to circulate and fully absorb into the meat.
5 Star Reviews
- “The chicken was so delicious it was so juicy and very flavorful. I would definitely make it again.” – Karen
- “So juicy-just like the recipe said it would be!” – Rita
Grilled Chicken Breast Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Fresh lime juice
- Chopped fresh cilantro
Equipment
- Grill or Indoor Grill Pan
Instructions
- Heat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Combine the salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, onion powder, and garlic powder in a small dish.½ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Drizzle the olive oil and rub the seasoning over the chicken breasts, coating them entirely.2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Once heated, place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 15 minutes total, flipping halfway through.
- Before serving, squeeze fresh lime juice over the chicken and finish with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.Fresh lime juice, Chopped fresh cilantro
Notes
- Bring chicken to room temperature before grilling. This will help it cook more evenly.
- Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the chicken. Use an instant-read thermometer to check the internal temperature–remove it from the grill at 160°F (it should reach 165°F while resting).
- Cook the chicken on a medium-high heat. If the grill is too hot, the outside of the chicken will burn and the middle won’t be cooked through.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving or slicing. This lets the juices redistribute and is key to a juicy chicken breast.
Depending on the size of the chicken breasts, grilling will take 7-8 minutes per side, or about 15 minutes total on the grill. I recommend using an instant-read thermometer to ensure they are cooked to the right temp.
If you don’t have an outdoor grill, you can cook this chicken in a grill pan on the stovetop. You can also use the same seasoning mix, then bake the chicken in a preheated oven at 400°F for around 20 to 25 minutes.
One serving of this seasoned grilled chicken is about 325 calories.
This chicken is best served straight off of the grill, but you can get ahead of things by seasoning the chicken. Keep it covered in the fridge for up to a day.
So juicy-just like the recipe said it would be!
Thanks for sharing, Rita!
The chicken was so delicious it was so juicy and very flavorful. I would definitely make it again.
Thanks for stopping by, Karen!
My husband and I loved this, and so easy!
Thanks for stopping by and sharing, Kris!
This recipe is great. Every bit tasted great.
Thanks for stopping by!
Delicious and is now our go-to for chicken on the grill. My 22 year old loves it – tastes like the chicken at one of her favorite places to eat – no names mentioned but you could call it Chipotle Chicken 🙂
That’s great to hear!
Thanks for sharing this! I’ve been bbqing all summer and looking forward to it again this weekend! Excited to try ribs for my next bbq.
I always add minced garlic instead of powder
A fine swap!
Came out soo Gud
Thx❤️