Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
This Simple Grilled Chicken is quietly earning a regular place in my week. It’s seasoned with just a handful of pantry staples, grilled until juicy, and versatile enough to become lunch, dinner, or tomorrow’s meal prep. On its own, it’s delicious. But paired with my Keto-Style Giardiniera, it becomes something special. The bright, tangy vegetables and herb-infused marinade transform a simple piece of chicken into a meal that never feels ordinary.
I’ve learned that healthy eating isn’t about chasing complicated recipes. It’s about finding a few dependable ones that make you excited to open the refrigerator rather than reach for the drive-thru.
This is one of those recipes.
Ingredients
- 900 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 4 medium breasts)
- 30 ml extra-virgin olive oil
- 5 g kosher salt
- 2 g freshly ground black pepper
- 5 g garlic powder
- 5 g Italian seasoning
- 2 g paprika (optional, for color)
To Serve
- Keto-Style Giardiniera
- 15 ml Keto-Style Giardiniera marinade per serving
Instructions
- If needed, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of approximately 2 cm to ensure even cooking.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
- Brush the chicken evenly with the olive oil, then coat both sides with the seasoning mixture.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F).
- Transfer the chicken to a plate and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
To Serve
Arrange the sliced chicken on a plate.
Top with a generous spoonful of Keto-Style Giardiniera, then drizzle approximately 15 ml of the herb-infused giardiniera marinade over the chicken just before serving.
Serve with Roasted Broccoli with Giardiniera Herb Dressing or your favorite low-carb vegetable for a complete meal.
Meal Prep Tip
Grill all four chicken breasts at the beginning of the week and refrigerate them in airtight containers. When you’re ready to eat, simply reheat a chicken breast, top it with Keto-Style Giardiniera, and finish with a drizzle of the marinade.
Simple meals don’t have to be boring. Sometimes all it takes is one well-seasoned piece of chicken and a jar of something made with care.
Enjoy.
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