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.
Print Pin 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