Unlocking Ultimate Flavor: Your Guide to Perfect Grilled Steak & Chicken

👩‍🍳 Instructions

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   Prep the Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine 1.5 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ½ tsp onion powder, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp smoked paprika, ½ tsp dried oregano, ½ tsp dried thyme, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper, and optional brown sugar. Add the pounded chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
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   Prep the Steak: Pat steaks completely dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine 1.5 tbsp olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, remaining ½ tsp onion powder, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp smoked paprika, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp pepper. Rub this mixture generously over both sides of the steaks. Let sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes.
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   Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to high heat (450-550°F / 232-288°C) for 10-15 minutes. Clean grates with a wire brush and lightly oil them.
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   Grill the Chicken: Place marinated chicken on the direct high heat. Sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown with good grill marks. Move chicken to indirect heat (if using a gas grill, turn off one burner; if charcoal, move coals to one side) and close the lid. Continue cooking for 8-12 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) is reached. Remove chicken and let rest for 5 minutes.
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   Grill the Steak: Place seasoned steaks on the direct high heat. Sear for 2-4 minutes per side for thicker cuts, or until a deep, flavorful crust forms. For thinner steaks, you might only need a few flips. For desired doneness (e.g., medium-rare 130-135°F), use a meat thermometer. If your steak is very thick, you may move it to indirect heat to finish cooking after searing. Remove steak and let rest for 5-10 minutes.
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   Serve: Slice steak against the grain and serve chicken whole or sliced. Enjoy immediately with your favorite sides.