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chick fil a grilled chicken recipe

Chick-fil-A Grilled Chicken Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tbsp dill pickle brine
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp coconut sugar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Olive oil cooking spray

Method
 

  1. Pound the chicken breasts to an even 3/4-inch thickness between two sheets of plastic wrap.
  2. Whisk together the pickle brine, olive oil, soy sauce, coconut sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl or zip-lock bag. Add the chicken, coat well, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 8 hours.
  3. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes, spray with olive oil cooking spray, and cook the chicken for 5 to 6 minutes on the first side without moving it, until golden-brown with opaque edges.
  4. Flip once and cook for another 4 to 5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Rest for 3 minutes, then slice against the grain, fan out on a plate, and garnish with fresh dill and a lemon wedge.

Notes

The marinade time is flexible but 30 minutes is the minimum for the flavor to come through. If you're prepping ahead, the chicken can sit in the marinade overnight, which makes this an easy next-day dinner with almost no active work. Avoid marinating for more than 8 hours as the pickle brine can start to break down the texture of the meat.