Best 8 Easy Broiled Chicken Breasts Recipes

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**Easy Broiled Chicken Breasts: A Succulent and Flavorful Main Course**

Indulge in the culinary delight of tender and juicy broiled chicken breasts, a versatile dish that caters to various dietary preferences and culinary skills. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal preparation, our collection of recipes unlocks a world of flavors to tantalize your taste buds. From classic herb-infused chicken to tantalizingly spiced variations, our recipes offer a symphony of flavors that will elevate your weeknight dinners or special occasion feasts. Discover the art of perfectly broiling chicken breasts, ensuring a moist and succulent interior with a beautifully browned exterior.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Broiled Chicken Breasts:** Experience the timeless simplicity of perfectly seasoned chicken breasts, broiled to perfection.

2. **Lemon-Herb Broiled Chicken Breasts:** Infused with the vibrant flavors of lemon and aromatic herbs, this recipe adds a refreshing twist to the classic dish.

3. **Garlic-Butter Broiled Chicken Breasts:** Indulge in the rich and savory combination of garlic and butter, creating a golden-brown crust that seals in the chicken's natural juices.

4. **Spicy Broiled Chicken Breasts:** Embark on a culinary adventure with this recipe, featuring a blend of zesty spices that pack a flavorful punch.

5. **Honey-Mustard Broiled Chicken Breasts:** Experience the harmonious balance of sweet honey and tangy mustard, resulting in a glaze that caramelizes and adds a delightful depth of flavor.

6. **Parmesan-Crusted Broiled Chicken Breasts:** Elevate your chicken breasts with a crispy and flavorful Parmesan crust, adding a touch of sophistication to your meal.

7. **BBQ Broiled Chicken Breasts:** Satisfy your barbecue cravings with this recipe, featuring a smoky and tangy BBQ sauce that infuses the chicken with irresistible flavors.

Explore our diverse selection of recipes and discover the ease and versatility of broiled chicken breasts. Whether you prefer classic simplicity or crave bold and exciting flavors, our recipes cater to every palate and culinary preference.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SIMPLE BROILED CHICKEN BREASTS



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A lemony seasoned butter mixture brushed on both sides of broiled chicken breasts adds quick and easy flavor to this simple main dish.

Provided by Bob

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Broiled

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

nonstick cooking spray
1 tablespoon butter, softened
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Set an oven rack 4 to 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Spray a broiler pan with cooking spray.
  • Combine butter, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl; mix until well blended.
  • Place chicken on the prepared pan and brush with 1/2 of the butter mixture.
  • Broil in the preheated oven for 6 minutes. Turn chicken, brush with remaining butter mixture, and broil until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 6 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.4 calories, Carbohydrate 0.5 g, Cholesterol 72.2 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 76.8 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

BASIC BROILED CHICKEN BREASTS



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This is a simple but delicious way to prepare chicken. Good-quality olive oil and generous amounts of salt and pepper make for a savory chicken breast that is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.

Provided by Always Cooking Up Something

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Broiled

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 bone-in chicken breast halves with skin
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Rub olive oil over each chicken breast, then season both sides with salt and black pepper. Place the chicken skin-side down on a broiling pan.
  • Broil in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then flip the chicken breast skin-side up. Continue broiling the chicken until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 10 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove from the oven and allow meat to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.4 calories, Carbohydrate 0.3 g, Cholesterol 126.6 mg, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 45 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 1067.3 mg

EASY BROILED CHICKEN BREASTS



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This broiled chicken recipe is great when it's too cold to grill outside. A favorite since I was a kid.

Provided by Lane Baysden

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Broiled

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup salted butter
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 small yellow onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground paprika
½ teaspoon ground ginger
4 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Combine butter, vegetable oil, onion, garlic, lemon juice, salt, paprika, and ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until butter is completely melted, about 3 minutes. Reduce heat to low and simmer until onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Place chicken in a baking dish and baste with the butter sauce.
  • Broil in the preheated oven, basting and turning every 10 minutes, until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 30 to 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Cholesterol 125.6 mg, Fat 39.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 17.5 g, Sodium 802.1 mg, Sugar 1 g

EASY GARLIC BROILED CHICKEN



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This very easy dish works with any cut of chicken, skin on or off...even with whole split chickens. My family loves this and it takes no time at all. Don't omit the parsley.

Provided by AVASEWELL

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup butter
3 tablespoons minced garlic
3 tablespoons soy sauce
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon dried parsley
6 boneless chicken thighs, with skin
dried parsley, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven broiler. Lightly grease a baking pan.
  • In a microwave safe bowl, mix the butter, garlic, soy sauce, pepper, and parsley. Cook 2 minutes on High in the microwave, or until butter is melted.
  • Arrange chicken on the baking pan, and coat with the butter mixture, reserving some of the mixture for basting.
  • Broil chicken 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until juices run clear, turning occasionally and basting with remaining butter mixture. Sprinkle with parsley to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.6 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 99.1 mg, Fat 25.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 615.2 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

JUICY BROILED CHICKEN BREAST



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Juicy, succulent broiled chicken breast is so easy to make. Ready in 20 minutes, it's the ultimate weeknight dinner!

Provided by Vered DeLeeuw

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Olive oil spray
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, (8 oz each )
1/2 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt (divided)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (divided)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (divided)
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (divided)

Steps:

  • Position an oven rack 4 inched below the heating element and preheat your broiler on high (500°F). Line a large broiler-safe rimmed baking sheet with foil and lightly grease the foil.
  • Dry the chicken breasts with paper towels.
  • Slice each of them horizontally into two even pieces.*
  • Place the chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet. Spray them with oil, season with half the seasonings, then spray with more oil.**
  • Broil them for 3 minutes on the first side. Flip them, season the second side with the remaining seasonings, and spray it with more oil.
  • Broil the second side for 3-5 more minutes, depending on how thick the chicken pieces are and on how hot your broiler is. Their internal temperature should reach 165°F.
  • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 chicken breast, Calories 311 kcal, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 426 mg, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Sugar 0.1 g, Protein 52 g

EASY GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS



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This is a delicious dish that's so easy to prepare but elegant enough for company. Kids love it served as is, add a peanut dipping sauce for adults. Yum. Prep time includes time to marinate.

Provided by Cookin-jo

Categories     Chicken

Time 3h12m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons lime juice (fresh, not bottled)
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
2 garlic cloves, minced
6 -8 boneless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • Combine first 6 ingredients.
  • Add chicken breasts, turning to coat.
  • Refrigerate 2-3 hours, or up to 8 hours.
  • Grill on medium heat until just cooked through, no pink showing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.9, Fat 27, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 139.2, Sodium 141.5, Carbohydrate 1.9, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.2, Protein 45.6

QUICK & EASY BROILED CHICKEN



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You can do this chicken in advance and serve it cold. It is a quick easy recipe that turns out nice moist chicken

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt and pepper
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare marinade in a large Ziplock bag or in a shallow glass dish.
  • combine mayo, mustard, garlic, salt& pepper.
  • place chicken in the marinade coating it well.
  • Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Line a broiler pan with tin-foil, Spray with oil.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade, Discard marinade.
  • Broil 4" from heat turning once (approximately 16 minutes).
  • Sprinkle parmesan cheese on top, return to broiler until cheese is golden.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.2, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 81, Sodium 275.3, Carbohydrate 0.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 27.7

EASY GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Consider this your ultimate grilled chicken recipe! With a handful of ingredients, 35 minutes and a little help from your grill (or grill pan), you'll achieve a tender, juicy chicken breast that the whole family will enjoy. It may sound simple, fresh thyme leaves, fragrant lemon zest, a pinch of garlic salt and pepper, and guess what?-it is! So when grilling season comes creeping in, look to this recipe to guide you to an easy, flavor-packed weeknight dinner you'll want to make again and again.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 to 8 oz each)
2 teaspoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. In small bowl, mix thyme, lemon, garlic salt and pepper. Coat both sides of chicken with oil, then rub with thyme mixture.
  • Place chicken on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 12 to 17 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F in center). Garnish with additional fresh thyme if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Chicken Breast, Sodium 340 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts: This will make the cooking process quicker and easier.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked through: The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C) before serving.
  • Season the chicken breasts generously: This will help to enhance the flavor of the chicken.
  • Broil the chicken breasts on a high heat setting: This will help to create a nice, crispy crust on the outside of the chicken.
  • Watch the chicken breasts closely while they are broiling: They can easily overcook, so it is important to keep an eye on them.

Conclusion:

Broiled chicken breasts are a quick, easy, and delicious way to enjoy chicken. They are perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual get-together. With a few simple tips, you can create perfectly cooked, juicy, and flavorful broiled chicken breasts that everyone will love.

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