Grilled chicken is so easy and versatile! That’s why I always grill a double-batch and save the extras for other meals I’ve planned for the week. From salads and sandwiches to pastas and rice dishes, grilled chicken makes it easy to whip-up a healthy meal.
Here are just a few ideas on how you can use grilled chicken to create quick, nutritious meals:
• Veggie Stirfry w/Leftover Grilled Chicken
• Chicken & Veggie Quesadilla Sandwiches
• Lentils, Carrots & Swiss Chard w/Leftover Grilled Chicken
• Grilled Chicken Salad
What are you’re favorite ways to use leftover grilled chicken?
Another favorite, is Grilled Balsamic Chicken – it’s especially delicious with fettuccine alfredo and can also be used to turn your favorite summer salad into a satisfying light supper.
Ingredients
- 1 pound organic boneless, skinless chicken breasts, fat trimmed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp each of dried thyme, dried rosemary and garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Celtic sea salt
- 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Cut each chicken breast in half lengthwise, to form two thinly-sliced breasts. or cut breasts into strips (chicken tenders).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil and seasonings. Add chicken and use a fork to turn chicken over a few times to thoroughly coat with marinade.
- Tightly cover bowl. Place in frig and allow to marinate at least one hour or overnight.
- When ready to cook, preheat grill and grill 2-3 minutes per side, until cooked through.
We had lots of family over today. I made this chicken for our niece who has a sensitive tummy. She’s almost 12 years old and commented 4 times on how good the chicken was. For her to even compliment someone’s food is something!! We appreciate your simple, healthy, and delicious recipes! Thank you Kelly!
Thank you so much, Andrea, for taking time to leave a kind note! I am so happy your niece enjoyed the chicken. It’s one of our favorites. Have a blessed 4th of July!!
Kelly
Thank you, Kelly! Hope you have a blessed 4th as well. Just wanted to add that today there was one chicken breast left over. It was awesome cold on sandwich bread with honey mustard, mayo, and sliced, homegrown tomato!
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Made this tonight for my four kiddos. Excellent! And I made a double batch and froze the marinated chicken to cook for later. Thank you for all of your helpful tips.
You are so welcome! So glad you and your kiddos enjoyed this. It’s one of our favorite easy go-to recipes as well. And I also do just what you did – marinate and freeze for an even quicker future meal. Appreciate you taking the time to leave a kind note! Blessings, Kelly
Im cooking this chicken for my class mates and, I’m wondering what the reciepe would be for 7-8 people.
Hi, Nia. Since this serves 4, you could double it and get 8 servings. Hope you have a wonderful dinner with your friends! Blessings, Kelly
Thank you , I tried it out on the grill and it was perfect your a really excellent cook! Blessings, Nia
Thank you so much for your kind words! So glad you enjoyed this! Blessings, Kelly