WEEKEND GRILLING TIPS How do you GRILL a PERFECTLY cooked, MOIST Chicken Breast…
??WEEKEND GRILLING TIPS??
How do you GRILL a PERFECTLY cooked,
MOIST Chicken Breast?
I get this question everyday!
It IS possible!
Here are some AWESOME tips for that perfect breast!
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■Start with uniform breasts. Trim fat, pound the thicker parts if needed to create uniform – ish pieces of meat. Do not over pound. .
■Marinate in the refrigerator for a few hours beforehand. Use a marinade with an oil(I typically use avocado oil, or extra virgin olive oil – in very small amounts!), an acid (lemon, lime, vinegar) & FLAVOR such as: herbs, garlic, mustard, chile, liquid/coconut aminos, etc.
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■Bring meat just to room temperature before grilling. I remove from refrigerator & give them 15 minutes on the counter in a single layer. .
■ALWAYS Grill chicken on a medium-HIGH heat, flipping only ONCE! Be sure to PREHEAT the grill before cooking.
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■It likes to be undistrubed during it’s grilling.
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■Depending on the thickness of your breasts(this varies so greatly, I hesitate to post cooking time) about 4-7 minutes on the first side, 3-5 on the second. Keep in mind the heat is usually hotter in the back, adjust breasts according to needed cooking times/place larger breasts where it’s hotter. Chicken needs to be cooked thoroughly, until juices run clear. BUT it is very important to not over cook!
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■When removing from the grill, the meat should be firm to the touch & juicy. Not hard & dry. Flipping only once during grilling & PRACTICE will make this happen! .
■Wrap, or cover tightly, hot(still juicy) breasts in tinfoil for 4-5 minutes, allowing to rest after removing from the grill. This helps the meat to stay juicy & warm while rounding up your people to eat your PERFECTLY GRILLED CHICKEN! .
■ALWAYS prepare extra for future meals! .
■Refrigerate once cool.
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Did you like my tips? Do you have anymore suggestions for us? Please let me know how it goes! ❤Rachel
