Here are all the secrets to preparing an excellent grilled chicken breast to ensure the meat is succulent and full of flavour.
Get a grilled chicken breast soft and succulent requires attention to several details during the preparation and cooking process.
Here are some secrets to guarantee a delicious result:
- Marinade: Marinating it before cooking can make a difference. Use a marinade based on olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, herbs such as rosemary or thyme, salt and pepper. Leave the chicken breast in this marinade for at least 30 minutes (or even longer, if possible) to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
- Uniform typing: Make sure the chicken breast is an even thickness. If necessary, you can flatten it slightly with a meat mallet for more even cooking.
- Precise cooking time: Cook the chicken over medium-high heat on the preheated grill. Avoid cooking for too long, as this can cause it to lose juiciness. Chicken breast is cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of at least 74°C. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
- Post cooking rest: After grilling the chicken breast, let it rest for a few minutes covered with foil. This allows the juices to redistribute into the meat, keeping it succulent and soft.
- Clean and greased grill: Before you start cooking, make sure the grill is clean and greased with a little oil to prevent the chicken from sticking.
- Avoid crushing: When cooking, avoid pressing the chicken breast with the spatula, as this can cause the natural juices to escape and make the meat drier.
- Indirect cooking system: You can use an indirect cooking method on the grill. This way, the heat surrounds the chicken without burning it directly on the flame, contributing to more even cooking and maintaining juiciness.
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