Blackstone Chicken Recipe
With juicy chicken and that perfect sear from the griddle! So flavorful, so easy. Cooked to perfection every time!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs for a juicier option)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil divided: 2 tbsp for marinade, 1 tbsp for griddle
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preparation:❶ Trim and pound chicken: For even cooking, trim excess fat and pound thicker parts of chicken breasts to an even thickness (about ¾ inch).❷ Marinate: Combine marinade ingredients in a zip-top bag, add chicken, seal and massage to coat evenly. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or apply dry rub right before cooking).❸ Prepare Blackstone: Clean the griddle surface and preheat to medium-high heat (375-400°F) for 10–15 minutes.Cooking Process:❶ Oil the surface: Just before cooking, add a thin layer of oil to the griddle surface.❷ Add chicken: Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Place on the hot surface, allowing space between pieces.❸ First sear: Cook undisturbed for 5–6 minutes until golden brown on the bottom and releasing easily from the griddle.❹ Flip once: Turn chicken over and cook for another 5–7 minutes (for breasts) or 7–8 minutes (for thighs).❺ Check temperature: Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F in the thickest part.❻ Rest: Remove chicken from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
