Ingredients
– 1Β½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
– Β½ cup extra-virgin olive oil for sauce preparation
– ΒΎ cup finely chopped parsley leaves and stems
– 1 cup olives, pitted and torn into pieces
– ΒΌ cup olive brine
– 1 fresh chile, such as Fresno or jalapeΓ±o, thinly sliced
– 1 lemon
– Kosher salt (use about 1 teaspoon for seasoning the chicken)
– Black pepper to taste for seasoning
Instructions
1-Start: Start by preparing your ingredients to make the process smooth for this grilled chicken parsley olive sauce. Begin with patting the chicken dry and, if using breasts, pounding them to an even thickness for uniform cooking. This step ensures juicy results and ties into the overall ease of the recipe.
2-Next: set up your grill for two-zone cooking over medium-high heat, which is around 375 to 450 degrees you can check this by holding your hand 4 to 5 inches above the grates for 4 to 5 seconds. In a bowl, mix Β½ cup extra-virgin olive oil with ΒΎ cup chopped parsley, 1 cup torn olives, ΒΌ cup olive brine, and the sliced chile. Add 2 teaspoons of lemon zest and juice from half the lemon, then season with salt and pepper.
3-Season: the chicken with 1 teaspoon salt and a light coat of olive oil before grilling. Place it on the grill over direct heat until browned, about 4 to 6 minutes per side, flipping once. Cook until breasts reach 155 degrees and thighs hit 165 degrees internally. For added tips, remember to clean and oil the grill grates to prevent sticking, and if flare-ups happen, move the chicken to the cooler zone.
4-Once grilled: transfer the chicken to the sauce mixture and let it rest for 5 to 30 minutes to absorb flavors. Adjust seasoning as needed with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice. This method not only enhances taste but also keeps the dish versatile for diet-conscious individuals, as mentioned in your blogβs description for no-cook inspired meals.
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π§ Dry-brine chicken by seasoning with salt and refrigerating uncovered overnight for juicier meat.
π₯ Use medium-high heat (375-450Β°F) and gauge by holding your hand above the grill.
π½οΈ Pound chicken breasts for even cooking and manage flare-ups by moving chicken to cooler grill zones.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 303
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 613 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
