The Perfect 5 Minute Grilled Chicken has just 3 Ingredients. I absolutely love this recipe, it’s perfect for large parties, summer picnics and camps.
This Grilled Chicken recipe has been our family favorite for many years. We make this chicken for every birthday party or other event I am hosting. Whenever others try this chicken, they always ask for this recipe.
I would really recommend doubling on the ingredients or you may have no leftovers. We love using chicken the next day, simply reheating it or using it in salads.
Best Grilled Chicken Marinate
My all-time favorite marinade for chicken is either ranch or Caesar salad dressing. The dressing makes the chicken extra moist and the flavors are balanced well.
How to Keep the Grilled Chicken Moist
When making grilled chicken, always use the boneless, skinless chicken thighs. You will always get the juiciest chicken.
If you do grill the chicken ahead of time, keep it in a covered container. The steam of hot chicken will keep the chicken flavorful and moist.
How to Make Grilled Chicken Kabobs
If you’re using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least an hour to prevent them from burning. Cut chicken into two-inch cubes and place them on the skewers. Preheat grill on high to about 380℉, then cook chicken on both sides until it turns golden brown.
How Long to Grill the Chicken
It will take anywhere between 10-15 minutes at 380°F, depending on the cut of the chicken (thickness). Chicken will be ready when the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients for the recipe.
- Cut the chicken thighs into halves and place them into a bowl. Season them with the garlic salt and pour the ranch dressing on top. Using your hands, massage the chicken until the seasoning is evenly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and allow the chicken to marinate for at least 6 hours (overnight preferred).
- Preheat the grill on high (about 380°F). Grill chicken on both sides until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Serve and enjoy!
Delicious and easy!!
Thank you, Olya!
What’s the portion size? The nutritional info is off the rails.
Hey Deborah, the nutrition as calculating ranch, thanks for catching that. This recipe makes 4 sergivngs.
Looks delicious gotta try it asap!
This chicken is amazing, so easy! Let me know what you think when you try it 🙂
Awesome recipe to try at home during lockdowns! Grilling chicken will also provide a healthy and safe way to cook chicken. I would just like to add that chicken shouldn’t be washed directly under the sink as juices can spill on countertops and ready-to-eat food spreading microbes.
Hey Mischelle, thank you for sharing your tips. I am confident that it will help many readers!
Would chicken breast work for this recipe? thanks
Yes, you would need to adjust the cooking time.
Just made this, and this recipe is a keeper. The chicken turned out moist and seasoned, super delicious . Thanks a lot for this recipe 🙂
Irina, I am so happy tom hear such an awesome feedback. Thank you for sharing!
Would it be ok to marinade this for 2 nights?
Yes, it will be just fine to marinade for several days.
Would it be ok to marinade for 2 nights?
Yes, totally fine to marinate for a few days!
I made these the other day and I fell in love. They reminded me of chicken breast that I grilled before with Mayo and a few other ingridents. And even reminded me of the pork ones that my dad grills. Yet this is so simple and taste similar. I loved it!!
Olga, I agree with you. I make this dish several times a month. Next batch us coming up this Saturday 🙂
This will sound odd, but I have made Baked Chicken breasts with bottled Ranch dressing.. and 1/2 tsp. of grated fresh Ginger added! There is no strong flavor of Ginger, just some underlying "zing". I will have to try this way, grilling the chicken cut in chunks. Yum
That sounds very interesting. I bet the flavors are great with all the ginger.
It makes only 5 skewers or more? I want to make these for a large party and want to make sure I get enough chicken to feed 30 adults.
I would do at least 1/2 per adult. If you are not serving much food you can do a little more.
Hello just wondering do you think I'd be able to grill these on a panini/griddle? I wanted to make these for when we go camping but won't be having a grill. Thank you!
You definitely can use griddle. In the winter time that's what I use. Have fun camping 😉
can I fry them on the stove top in a skillet with a little oil?
Yes you can. They will still be just as great!
Natalya, thank you for the awesome recipe! the best recipes are always the simpliest ones. I made these last night for unexpected company and they had enough time to marinate and soak in flavor with in the time my hubby fired the grill. this will be my go to recipe. thank you
Oh my! So awesome. You make me smile so big. Thanks for your comment, it keep me excited to continue blogging 😉
These look amazing!! If I were to bake these in the oven what temperature would you recommend and for how long?
Here is the recipe for an idea for you. It may be helpful. http://momsdish.com/r405
is it gona be delicious if i make it in the oven?
Yes, I think it will be good. Maybe not as crispy but it will taste good 🙂
Serve them while worm? ;))
Heheh 🙂 even my husband didn't catch that. He looks over my recipes.