Fitness / May 30, 2024

Broiled Chicken Breast Recipe

Chicken breast that’s as easy to cook as it is flavorful!

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There is certainly no shortage of options when it comes to how you want to prepare chicken and how you want it to taste. With this recipe for broiled chicken breast, everything gets simplified. The number of ingredients is limited while the cooking process is also easy. Yet, you don’t have to worry about sacrificing flavor or healthy eating; this recipe is simple but flavorful, not to mention part of a healthy diet.

By broiling chicken in the oven, you also have a meal that’s easy to prepare. You might be tired on a weeknight and not in the mood to cook, but this recipe minimizes the effort needed to have a great meal. There’s also no such thing as making too much of it because you can do so much with the leftovers. Plus, chicken breast is an ideal main course to combine with whatever side dishes you like, allowing you to craft the perfect meal.

That being said, if you have chicken breast in your fridge, there are plenty of other ways to prepare it. For instance, we might recommend stuffed chicken breast or perhaps breaded chicken in the air fryer, which is a little crispier than broiled chicken. If you’re willing to be a little more adventurous, try something like homemade orange chicken or Santa Fe chicken. Finally, if you don’t finish all of your broiled chicken in one sitting, consider using the leftovers to make a strawberry chicken salad.

Is Broiled Chicken Breast Healthy?

With broiled chicken breast, you eliminate a lot of the extra grease and oil of pan-fried chicken. And boneless, skinless chicken breast is low in fat and is a good source of protein. Finally, the garlic used in this recipe may contribute to lowering both your cholesterol and blood pressure.

Get the Seasoning Right

Another reason why this is such a healthy recipe is that it eliminates breadcrumbs (which can be high in carbs) and uses seasoning for its outer layer. Therefore, it’s important to get the seasoning right, with its mix of garlic, salt, pepper, and cayenne. At the same time, don’t shy away from adding paprika or other types of seasoning that you like. After all, the spices you add will end up influencing what your broiled chicken tastes like, so use your favorites.

INGREDIENTS

3 boneless and skinless chicken breasts
5 garlic cloves, minced
3 tsp olive oil
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Cayenne pepper, to taste
Finely chopped fresh herbs, to taste (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat

Set oven to broil and prepare baking tray.

Season

Slice and season chicken breasts with herbs and spices.

Broil

Cook chicken until browned and safe internal temperature is reached.

Devour!

FAQs & Tips

How do I prep and store this chicken?

Any leftover chicken can be kept in an airtight container for up to four days in the fridge. You can also freeze the chicken for up to 3 months. Let it thaw in the fridge overnight then reheat it until that internal temperature of 165°F is attained. You can use the oven, stove, microwave, or air fryer.

How Do I Avoid Burning the Chicken?

After adding the seasoning to your chicken, cover each piece with a little more olive oil to help prevent burning.

How Do I make Chicken juicy?

Broiling rather than baking chicken helps prevent chicken from drying out. Soaking chicken in salt water for 30 minutes before cooking it can also help the chicken retain moisture. Be sure to keep it in the fridge while you do so.

Serving Suggestions

Just about any side dish is on the table when cooking broiled chicken. We recommend mashed potatoes as an easy side dish, or perhaps garlic mashed potatoes. If you want to incorporate a vegetable into the meal, we suggest grilled broccoli or Parmesan roasted broccoli. If you want to mix things up a little, we recommend Instant Pot spaghetti squash or paleo baked zucchini fritters as a great side dish for any chicken meal.

Broiled Chicken Breast Recipe

Chicken breast that’s as easy to cook as it is flavorful!

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 8

Total Time 13

Servings servings

Calories 119kcal

Author FoodFaithFitness

Ingredients

3 boneless and skinless chicken breasts
5 garlic cloves minced
3 tsp olive oil
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Cayenne pepper to taste
Finely chopped fresh herbs to taste (optional)

Instructions

Position the top rack about 3-4 inches from the heating element and preheat the oven to BROIL on HIGH.
Line a baking tray with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise and arrange them on the prepared tray. Evenly coat each piece with olive oil, then season with salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, minced garlic, and optional herbs.
Broil the chicken for 3-5 minutes per side until they are nicely browned and reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Stay vigilant as broiling times may vary.