Grilled Herb-Marinated Chicken with Roasted Garlic Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

Tender grilled chicken breasts marinated in fresh herbs and garlic, paired with a smooth roasted garlic sauce that enhances every bite. This Mediterranean-inspired Father’s Day recipe, ready in about 95 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
• 6 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 whole garlic bulb
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 2 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 6 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade. Add 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
2. Step 2: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is nicely charred on the outside.
3. Step 3: While chicken grills, preheat oven to 375°F. Slice the top off 1 whole garlic bulb to expose cloves, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 40 minutes until cloves are soft and golden.
4. Step 4: Once roasted, squeeze the softened garlic cloves into a small saucepan. Add 1/2 cup heavy cream and 2 tbsp unsalted butter, then warm over low heat while stirring until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
5. Step 5: Serve the grilled chicken breasts drizzled with the roasted garlic sauce for a fragrant and rich complement.