Fresh Herbed Grilled Chicken
This grilled chicken recipe utilizes both the microwave and the grill for the best possible fresh herbed grilled chicken. This delicious chicken doesn't skimp out on flavor and it's clearly evident in its taste.
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Cooking Time25 min
Cooking MethodGrilling
Ingredients
- 4 whole chicken breasts, skinned, halved, pierced with a fork
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup oil
- 2 teaspoon fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leave
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- Salt if desired
Instructions
Microwave-to-grill directions:
- In 12x8 inch (2 quart) microwave safe baking dish, arrange chicken breasts thickest portions to outside.
- In small bowl, combine remaining ingredients; pour over chicken.
- Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate 6 to 8 hours.
- Prepare charcoal or gas grill for grilling.
- Just before grilling, remove chicken from refrigerator; do not uncover.
- Microwave chicken on HIGH for 5 to 7 minutes or until edges of chicken begin to cook.
- Drain; reserve marinade and immediately place chicken on grill 4 to 6 inches from medium coals or heat.
- Cook 20 to 25 minutes or until no longer pink, turning once and brushing frequently with marinade.