Juicy Dad’s Italian Dressing Chicken
A simple and flavorful grilled chicken recipe marinated in Italian dressing, perfect for quick cookouts and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes (including minimum marinating time)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts or thighs (about 1.5 pounds / 700 grams)
- 1 cup (240 ml) Italian dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: handful of chopped fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts or thighs.
- In a large bowl, combine Italian dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir to blend.
- Place the chicken in the bowl or resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Coat well, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes up to 4 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 375°F / 190°C). Lightly oil the grates.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, depending on thickness, without flipping constantly.
- Check doneness with a meat thermometer (165°F / 74°C) or cut into the thickest part to ensure juices run clear.
- Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or basil and serve.
Notes
If you forget to marinate ahead, even 15 minutes on the grill with dressing adds flavor. Keep a spray bottle of water handy for flare-ups. For oven baking, cook at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes. Avoid pressing chicken on the grill to keep it juicy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 ounc
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Protein: 27
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