Description
Enjoy the essence of summer with this effortless 5-Ingredient Grilled Chicken Meal. Featuring juicy boneless chicken thighs, vibrant bell peppers, and aromatic red onions, this dish is grilled to perfection for a flavor explosion that will have your guests coming back for more. Perfect for backyard barbecues or family dinners, it’s quick to prepare and packed with fresh ingredients that create a colorful feast. Serve it with your favorite marinade for an exciting twist on a classic meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
- 2 cups mixed fresh bell peppers (red, yellow, green)
- 1 medium red onion
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup of your favorite marinade
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Wash and chop bell peppers and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken thighs with marinade; let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill: Heat grill to medium-high (400°F).
- Grill the vegetables: Toss chopped peppers and onions in olive oil; place in a grill basket on one side of the grill.
- Grill the chicken: Place marinated chicken thighs directly on the grill; cook for 7-8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve and enjoy: Plate the grilled chicken with colorful veggies for a delightful presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Experiment with seasonal vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms to customize your meal. For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with firm tofu or chickpeas. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.