13 Grilled Chicken Breast Recipes That Bring Big Smoky Flavor to the Table Fire up the grill to take chicken breasts from boring to bold. By Jodie Kautzmann Jodie Kautzmann Jodie Kautzmann is an editor, baker, and confectioner with more than 15 years of experience in content creation, recipe development, and pastry production. She's obsessed with the fine details and ingredients that take dishes from tasty to outright otherworldly. Food & Wine's Editorial Guidelines Published on May 18, 2026 Add Us On SAVE ALL RECIPES NEW! Save as a collection on MyRecipes Close Credit: Robby Lozano / Food Styling by Emily Nabors Hall / Prop Styling by Josh Hoggle Unlock the potential of quick-cooking chicken breasts by turning to the grill, which imparts deep, smoky flavor while keeping the meat juicy and giving it a savory, well-browned crust — all with minimal effort. These recipes range from fresh, hearty salads to sandwiches, skewers, and straightforward grilled chicken breasts. Some benefit from a longer marinating time, while others are simply seasoned and thrown on the grates — but each one delivers big flavor. Fire up the grill and put these easy, crowd-pleasing chicken dinners on repeat all season long. Keep all of your recipes at your fingertips. With the MyRecipes app you can easily save and organize your favorites from anywhere, including Instagram and TikTok, in one convenient place. Get the free app. 01 of 13 Grilled Chicken Caprese Salad with Basil Oil Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Margaret Monroe Dickey / Prop Styling by Shell Royster Typically made with tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, and olive oil, classic Caprese is exceptionally easy to prepare. In this hearty take on the salad, grill up some chicken breasts to incorporate into the mix and voilà! You've got a sensational, seasonal main course with minimal extra effort. Get the Recipe Save 02 of 13 Gingery Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce Food & Wine / Photo by Brie Goldman / Food Styling by Lauren McAnelly / Prop Styling by Natalie Ghazali Blend a fragrant seasoning paste in the food processor, then use half of it to coat the chicken and the rest as the base for a creamy peanut butter dipping sauce. The recipe comes together in about 30 minutes. Get the Recipe Save 03 of 13 Grilled Chicken with Banana Pepper Dip and Fattoush Tara Donne / Food Styling by Chris Lanier / Prop Styling by Raina Kattelson In this single-serving grilled chicken recipe from 2001 F&W Best New Chef Anita Lo, the three-ingredient banana pepper dip is the star of the dish. She first browns the peppers, then purees them with feta and lemon juice — delicious with grilled chicken. Get the Recipe Save 04 of 13 Grilled Chicken Salad With Herby Tahini Dressing Robby Lozano / Food Styling by Emily Nabors Hall / Prop Styling by Josh Hoggle This recipe uses za’atar seasoning and Dijon mustard to infuse both the marinade and tahini dressing with make-ahead components. Crunchy lettuce, sweet snap peas, peppery radishes, and cooling cucumber bring in lots of extra flavor and texture. Get the Recipe Save 05 of 13 Chicken Caesar Wrap Food & Wine / Photo by Jen Causey / Food Styling by Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling by Lydia Purcell Bolster classic Caesar salad with grilled chicken and crispy baked Parmesan shards, then nestle it into warm, lightly charred pitas for a satisfying wrap that's perfect for lunch or a casual dinner. Get the Recipe Save 06 of 13 Grilled Chicken with Marinated Tomatoes and Onions Jennifer Causey / Food Styling by Rishon Hanners / Prop Styling by Audrey Davis "In under an hour, heirloom tomatoes and slivers of red onion are transformed into a savory sauce that brings bright, summery flavor to this simple grilled chicken," says F&W's Justin Chapple. "Chicken cutlets quickly pick up the flavors of the tomatoes and onions; let them soak in the marinade after cooking for an extra kick." Get the Recipe Save 07 of 13 Grilled Chicken and Corn with Jalapeño-Lime Dressing Con Poulos Chef Dan Kluger maximizes this dish's smoky flavor by grilling corn and scallions alongside the chicken, then combining the veggies with tomatoes and basil in a spicy citrus dressing for a delicious accompanying salad. Get the Recipe Save 08 of 13 Grilled Chicken Sandwiches with Mozzarella, Tomato, and Basil Quentin Bacon These warm sandwiches from cookbook author Melissa Clark combine grilled chicken with a Caprese salad on ciabatta rolls. For even more flavor, add your favorite pesto, tapenade, or garlicky aioli. Get the Recipe Save 09 of 13 Berber-Spiced Chicken Breasts James Baigrie Grilling expert Steven Raichlen rubs bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts with a paste made of North African spices plus garlic, onion, ginger, lemon juice, and olive oil; when cooked on the grill, it forms a crispy crust full of bold flavor. Get the Recipe Save 10 of 13 Cardamom-Spiced Grilled Chicken with Tahini Sauce Tina Rupp This dish owes its flavor to a yogurt-based marinade that includes cider vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, cardamom, and cayenne. Allow 4 hours for the boneless, skinless breasts to soak it in before grilling. Get the Recipe Save 11 of 13 Grilled Chicken Breasts with Sautéed Mushrooms John Kernick Argentine celebrity chef Francis Mallmann tucks orange zest and fresh oregano under the skin, then grills the chicken breasts until golden and crisp. While they cook, he browns mushrooms on the stovetop, tossing their liquid with lemon juice and parsley to make a sauce to spoon over the grilled meat. Get the Recipe Save 12 of 13 Grilled Chicken Breasts with Lemon and Thyme Ben Dearnley This recipe is a great template for any time you want to grill chicken breasts. Stick to the original and use bone-in chicken breasts coated in a mix of red pepper flakes, garlic, thyme, lemon juice, and olive oil, or follow one of the variations to swap out the seasoning or try a different cut. Get the Recipe Save 13 of 13 Grilled-Chicken Banh Mi Tina Rupp Banh mi is beloved for its riot of flavors and textures. Here, former F&W editor Nick Fauchald marinates boneless, skinless chicken breast halves in a bright blend of fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, garlic, chiles, and salt, then grills and piles them onto the sandwiches. Use the surplus meat to make an optional chicken salad to enjoy later. Get the Recipe Save Explore more: Ingredients Meat + Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit