Grilled Blackened Chicken

Step 1

Place chicken breasts in a large bowl and set aside.

Step 2

In a large measuring cup, or a mixing bowl, combine lukewarm water and salt; stir, and pour over the chicken breasts. Set aside for 20 to 30 minutes. You can also cover the bowl and refrigerate for 2 hours.

Step 3

Preheat an outdoor grill to about 400˚F to 425˚F.

Step 4

Brush grill grates with olive oil.

Step 5

Pour out the salt water and rinse each chicken breast under cold water; pat dry with paper towels.

Step 6

Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and rub the olive oil all over each chicken breast.

Step 7

Rub the seasoning evenly over the chicken, on all sides.

Step 8

Transfer chicken to the hot grill; cook for 6 minutes, or until browned on bottom and grill marks appear.

Step 9

Flip and continue to cook for 6 to 8 more minutes, or until cooked through. Cooking time will depend on the size and thickness of the chicken breasts. Chicken is cooked through when internal temperature registers at 165˚F.

Step 10

Remove chicken from grill and transfer to a plate; cover and let rest 5 minutes.

Step 11

In the meantime, in a small mixing bowl combine the melted butter and garlic.

Step 12

Brush the chicken breasts with the garlic butter.

Step 13

Garnish with parsley.

Step 14

Serve.