We get a lot of feedback from readers who are trying to cook for families who all have different dietary needs and preferences, especially families with both vegetarians and meat eaters. So I wanted to make a series of a la carte proteins that can be cooked quickly and separately from a meal and added for those who want it. This Quick BBQ Chicken is an easy and tasty main dish that cooks up in under 30 minutes and is great for either serving as a main dish or topping several other dishes.
Heat a grill pan on medium heat. Pat dry the thinly sliced chicken breasts. Add chicken to a bowl and add in olive oil, lemon juice, spices and fresh herbs. Add chicken to a preheated cast iron grill pan and cook 2-3 minutes each side (don’t overcook or they’ll get dried out!)
Because we don’t always have access to the outdoor grill year round, I make the chicken on the stove-top most of the time. To make tender juicy grilled chicken you will need a heavy duty grill pan. A cast iron pan with ridges works best but if your cast iron pan doesn’t have ridges, you can still grill the chicken on it too.
For the seasoning, I usually switch it up each time I make the chicken and don’t really measure but for the sake of this recipe I’ve included my favorite herb and seasoning mix. You can also used a packet of taco seasoning or your favorite herbs and spices and make it your own. 
Learn how to make the best tender, juicy and delicious chicken breasts right on your stove-top in a grill pan or cast iron pan. 
I don’t know where I’d be without grilled chicken. I grill chicken all year for meal-prep and for so many recipes too. Grilled, skinless chicken breasts make a great addition to a healthy diet because they are low in calories and high protein. Eating chicken breast, without breading or skin, helps you eat fewer calories and even burn extra calories for effective weight loss. I always make extra and save it for salads, in burritos, pasta or meal prepping!
How Much Does This Recipe Make?
This recipe is good for about 1 lb. of chicken pieces, give or take a little. If you’d like to double the recipe, just make sure to cook the chicken in batches to prevent overcrowding the skillet, which will prevent the nice browning action that you want.
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FAQ
Can you grill chicken in the oven?
How do you grill chicken without a grill or grill pan?
Can you grill chicken in a cast iron skillet?
How do you grill chicken without burning the outside?
Can You grill without a grill?
Liquid smoke is another ingredient you can use for getting the smokey bbq flavor of grilling without using a regular grill or charcoal. You can use several tools and tricks you can apply when grilling without a grill to get better results. You never have to wait for summers or buy a substantial outdoor grill if you don’t want to.
Can one eat chicken while on a diet?
If it’s not a vegetarian, vegan diet, with restrictions on animal protein, more specifically chicken, it’s okay to eat chicken. It is recommended to consume preferably organic chicken and to have healthy habits and lifestyle.
How do you Grill chicken on the stovetop?
How to grill chicken on the stovetop! Here’s how we make our favorite grill-pan chicken that is juicy, flavorful and a staple in our lunch and dinner prep. Add chicken to a preheated cast iron grill pan and cook 2-3 minutes each side (don’t overcook or they’ll get dried out!) *Store in the fridge for 5 days. Or you can freeze these for 2 months.
Can you cook food on a countertop grill?
Easy to use, countertop grills cook food so it’s juicy and tender. Just prepare meats, chicken, and veggies as you would when cooking over a charcoal grill. Once you’ve cooked food and have a nice flavor without using a grill, you may want to add marks to make it look as though you cooked over charcoal.