Imagine sinking your teeth into a juicy, perfectly grilled chicken breast that's crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and topped with luxuriously melted fontina cheese. This isn't just another chicken recipe - this is a culinary experience that transforms an ordinary weeknight dinner into a gourmet masterpiece. JJ's Rangemate Grilled Chicken Breast with Fontina Cheese is about to become your new go-to dish that will have everyone asking, "Who's the chef?"
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 slices fontina cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken breasts by patting them dry with paper towels to ensure even seasoning and better browning.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, ensuring even coverage.
- Preheat the Rangemate grill or a heavy-bottomed grill pan to medium-high heat, around 375-400°F.
- Brush each chicken breast with olive oil to prevent sticking and enhance golden browning.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the preheated grill, cooking for approximately 6-7 minutes on the first side until nice grill marks appear and internal temperature reaches about 145°F.
- Flip the chicken breasts carefully and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes on the second side.
- During the last 2 minutes of cooking, place a slice of fontina cheese on top of each chicken breast, allowing it to melt slightly.
- Use a meat thermometer to confirm the chicken has reached a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove chicken from heat and let rest for 3-5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Garnish with fresh chopped herbs like parsley or basil before serving.
Tips
- Always pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure maximum flavor absorption and perfect browning.
- Use a meat thermometer - it's the most reliable way to check chicken's doneness and prevent overcooking.
- Let the chicken rest after grilling to keep it incredibly juicy and tender.
- For extra flavor, try marinating the chicken for 30 minutes before grilling.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to ensure even cooking and those beautiful grill marks.
- Don't flip the chicken too often - let it develop a nice crust before turning.
- Choose fresh, high-quality fontina cheese for the most luxurious melting experience.
- Experiment with different fresh herbs for garnishing to add a pop of color and fresh flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 523kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 115mg
