How to Grill Perfectly Tender Chicken Breasts Every Time!

Step 1

Place water and salt in a large bowl and stir.

Step 2

Place chicken breast between folded parchment paper and pound with a rolling pin until uniformly thick.

Step 3

Place breasts in salt water for 30 minutes.

Step 4

Remove breasts, pat dry with paper towels.

Step 5

Brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Step 6

Heat grill on high (about 425 degrees)

Step 7

Place breasts on grill, close lid and cook till nice golden grill marks are established (3-4 minutes)

Step 8

Turn over and grill till golden on the second side (3-4 minutes)

Step 9

Turn heat to med/low (about 350 degrees) close lid and cook for five more minutes until just cooked through. Don't over cook!

Step 10

Remove from grill, cut on the diagonal and serve.