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A cheesy and saucy Grilled Chicken Parmesan Recipe, featuring golden-baked chicken topped with rich marinara sauce, melted mozzarella, and fresh parsley. The perfect comfort dish with crispy, flavorful chicken and a gooey cheese pull for a mouthwatering bite. Ideal for an easy homemade Italian-inspired dinner!

Easy Grilled Chicken Parmesan Recipe

This Grilled Chicken Parmesan Recipe transforms the classic Italian-American favorite into a lighter, smokier version that's perfect for any season. Juicy chicken breasts are seasoned with Italian herbs and grilled to perfection, then topped with rich marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.
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Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Grilled Chicken Parmesan
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 419kcal
Cost: $25.10

Equipment

  • Gas or charcoal grill
  • Meat mallet or rolling pin
  • Instant-read thermometer
  • Grill tongs
  • Basting Brush
  • Aluminum foil (optional, for tenting)

Ingredients

the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6-8 oz each)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

the Topping:

  • 1 ½ cups marinara sauce
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella sliced
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
  • Red pepper flakes optional

Instructions

Prepare Chicken:

  • Pound chicken to ½ inch thickness
  • Mix olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper
  • Brush chicken with seasoning mixture
  • Let marinate 15-20 minutes

Prep Grill:

  • Clean and oil grates
  • Preheat to medium-high (375-400°F)
  • Create two-zone heating setup

Grill Chicken:

  • Grill 5-6 minutes on first side
  • Flip and cook 4-5 minutes on second side
  • Move to indirect heat

Add Toppings:

  • Top each piece with ⅓ cup marinara
  • Add mozzarella slices
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan
  • Close lid and cook 3-4 minutes until cheese melts

Notes

  • Internal temperature should reach 165°F
  • Let chicken rest 5 minutes before serving
  • Garnish with fresh basil and optional red pepper flakes

Nutrition

Calories: 419kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 52g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: -2g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 982mg | Potassium: 820mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 820IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 380mg | Iron: 2.5mg