Description
A simple yet flavorful dish featuring juicy grilled chicken breasts marinated in garlic and herbs, served with a fresh and vibrant tomato salad—perfect for a light and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for salad)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pound chicken breasts to even thickness and coat with marinade. Let sit for at least 20 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken for 5–6 minutes per side or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- While chicken cooks, combine cherry tomatoes, red onion, basil, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil in a bowl. Toss gently and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve grilled chicken alongside or over the tomato salad. Garnish with extra herbs if desired.
Notes
- Chicken can also be pan-seared if a grill isn’t available.
- Use heirloom tomatoes for more color and flavor variety.
- Marinate overnight for maximum flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with salad
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg