Herb-Marinated Balsamic Grilled Chicken
Tender chicken breasts are infused with a fragrant herb marinade combining rosemary, thyme, sage, parsley, garlic, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Grilling brings out the herbs’ earthy character and the vinegar’s tangy depth, making this a flavorful choice for a casual summer dinner or backyard gathering.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Herb-Marinated Balsamic Grilled Chicken, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 28 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 15 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 89 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 51
- Heart Health
- 50
- Metabolic
- 13
- Digestive
- 30
- Inflammatory
- 56
- Performance
- 39
- General Wellness
- 1
Blend vinegar, oil, garlic, parsley, rosemary, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper in a blender until well combined. Place the chicken in a glass dish or bowl and pour the marinade over it. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or up to 48 hours.
- 2
When ready to cook, preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off the excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
- 3
Cook the chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 6 to 7 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Calories 219.43 kcal Moderate 11%
- Protein 26.42 g Good Source 53%
- Carbohydrate 5.11 g 2%
- Total Fat 10.05 g Moderate 13%
- Saturated Fat 1.24 g Moderate 6%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 70.31 mg High 23%
- Sodium 63.44 mg Low Source 3%
- Dietary Fiber 0.22 g Low Source 1%
- Total Sugars 4.15 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 11.98 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 0.97 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 14.42 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 8.31 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 2.96 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Sulfites
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Herb Marinated Balsamic Grilled Chicken is made with 11 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, and Dried Sage. Each serving provides about 219.43 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Herb-Marinated Balsamic Grilled Chicken made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Dried Sage, Fresh Parsley. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Herb-Marinated Balsamic Grilled Chicken?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 219.43 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Herb-Marinated Balsamic Grilled Chicken easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Herb-Marinated Balsamic Grilled Chicken healthy?
- Herb-Marinated Balsamic Grilled Chicken has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 219.43 calories and 26.42 g of protein, or 53% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 1.24 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Sulfites and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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