Grilled marinated chicken breasts

Grilled Chicken Breast

Chicken breasts marinated in balsamic and lemon, then grilled until juicy and lightly charred.

By Recipes Editorial Team Published August 18, 2026

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 10 min
Total Time: 20 min
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 207 kcal

Ingredients

4 servings

¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp olive oil
1 ½ tsp lemon juice
½ tsp lemon-pepper seasoning
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 oz each)

Instructions

Combine the vinegar, oil, lemon juice, and lemon-pepper in a bag; add the chicken and marinate 30 minutes up to 4 hours.
Drain and discard the marinade. Grill covered over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Rest 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Per serving, estimated.

Calories: 207 kcal
Protein: 34g
Carbs: 1g
Fat: 6g
Fiber: 0g

Tips

Pound to an even thickness for even grilling.
Do not marinate longer than 4 hours.

Variations

Swap balsamic for Italian dressing.
Add fresh herbs to the marinade.

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