This Easy Grilled Chicken Recipe ensures tender, juicy chicken with flavorful spices, perfect for any meal.

Scale

4 boneless chicken breasts or 8 chicken thighs

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon paprika

½ teaspoon dried oregano

¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

4 cups warm water

¼ cup kosher salt

2 tablespoons brown sugar

2 cloves garlic

smashed

Prepare the brine by dissolving ¼ cup kosher salt and 2 tablespoons brown sugar in 4 cups of warm water. Add 2 smashed cloves of garlic and let it cool.
Submerge the chicken in the brine and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, dried oregano, and cayenne pepper.
Remove chicken from the brine, pat dry, and brush with the spice mixture.
Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through.
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the spice mixture for a few hours before grilling.

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