Grilled Chicken with Spices
Juicy grilled chicken seasoned with a simple spice rub, finished with lemon, parsley, and sesame seeds. Ready in about 20 minutes for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 35g

Ingredients
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Step 1
In a small bowl, mix 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Rub the mixture over both chicken breasts.
Step 2
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken in the pan and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
Step 3
Remove chicken from pan and let rest for 2 minutes. Slice and serve with lemon wedges, a sprinkle of 1 tbsp sesame seeds, and fresh parsley if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- grill pan or skillet
- small bowl
- tongs
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