Before grilling, the chicken in this recipe is marinated in a straightforward lemon-garlic marinade. The outcome is a summer-appropriate recipe for grilled lemon chicken that is tender and juicy. Despite being created for a George Foreman grill, this grilled chicken recipe can also be made on a standard grill. If using a conventional grill, make sure to flip the chicken after halfway through grilling.
This dish is best enjoyed with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh garden salad.
How To Make George Foreman Grill Chicken Breasts
Seriously y’all, this recipe couldn’t be simpler, easier or faster for preparing boneless skinless chicken breasts on your George Foreman grill (or an indoor contact grill). A few basic pantry staples and you’ll have these chicken breasts on the table in mere minutes.
How to Ensure George Foreman Grill Chicken Breasts Cook Evenly
A few tips and tricks to make sure your chicken breasts cook evenly on an indoor contact grill. First and foremost it is important to preheat your George Foreman grill for at the very least 5 minutes with the lid closed before cooking your boneless skinless chicken breasts.
Second, it is imperative to use a meat mallet to pound your boneless skinless chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch. Pounding your chicken breast not only helps to tenderize the protein for a perfect juicy chicken breast but an even thickness also provides more surface contact with the grill plate.
Your boneless, skinless chicken breasts will cook more evenly the more contact they have with the grill surface. The less likely it is that some of your boneless, skinless chicken breasts will overcook and dry out while you wait for the thicker portions to cook through, the more evenly your chicken breasts cook on the George Foreman grill.
No meat mallet? No worries! A rolling pin will work in a pinch. Simply place your chicken breasts in a gallon size freezer bag and take out your frustrations from the day. Sometimes I like to double bag the chicken just in case. Safety first people. Always remember your food safety. Handling any raw meat, especially poultry, carries the risk of food bourne illness.
Always remember to thoroughly wash your hands after handling raw meat and to sanitize any surfaces you may have touched.
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FAQ
How long does it take to cook on a George Foreman Grill?
Hot dogs: 4 to 5 minutes; burgers (including turkey burgers): 4 to 6 minutes, depending on thickness (additional 1 to 2 minutes for frozen). Steak: depending on the thickness of the cut, 4–8 minutes Pork: 4 – 6 minutes, depending on the cut.
How long should it take to grill chicken breasts?
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts. Time: 5 to 6 minutes per side.
- Temperature: Medium-high (400˚F)
- Best technique: Cook over direct heat until 165˚F.
How long do boneless chicken breasts take on the grill?
Cooking time for boneless, skinless breasts should be 10 to 12 minutes on high heat. In order to toss the salad or grab a platter before flipping the food over to cook the other side, you have no more than five minutes.
Do you preheat George Foreman Grill open or closed?
Prior to cooking, it’s crucial to heat the grill for at least 5 minutes with the lid closed. These times are for fresh or fully defrosted food.