Chicken Breast on the Blackstone
Cooking chicken breasts on the Blackstone is so easy and makes them come out super juicy! This simple griddle recipe is great for a weeknight dinner or a backyard BBQ. It’s also low carb and keto, too!

Chicken Breast on the Blackstone
Cooking chicken breast on a Blackstone griddle is one of my favorite ways to cook chicken! You can add your favorite poultry seasoning to make this a flavorful dish. The whole family will love this chicken on the flat top grill recipe.
If you’re looking for more Blackstone Griddle chicken recipes to try, check out my Teriyaki Blackstone Chicken Tenders and Teriyaki Chicken Thighs on the Blackstone Griddle.
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If you’re looking for more low-carb recipes to cook on your griddle, check out these keto Blackstone recipes.

Ingredients
- boneless skinless chicken breasts
- a little oil: avocado oil or other high heat oil. Do not use Olive oil or vegetable oil on a griddle
- seasonings: kosher salt, paprika, ground black pepper, fresh garlic

Tips & Tricks for making Chicken Breasts on the Blackstone Griddle
Don’t be shy with seasonings! I just used salt, pepper and paprika. You can really use any seasonings to make this delicious chicken recipe on the griddle.
Optionally add lime juice, lemon juice, chili powder, lime juice – it all depends on what flavor profile you’re trying to achieve.
How to make the best Chicken Breast on the Blackstone
- First, butterfly each of the whole chicken breast and set aside.
- In a large baggie add the avocado oil and all of the spices. Mix well.
- Add the chicken breasts to the bag and then massage to coat evenly.
- Marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature
- Pre-heat Blackstone over medium high heat
- Cook the chicken breast for 5-6 minutes on each side until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165F with a meat thermometer in the thickest part of the chicken. It should be a nice golden brown.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and eating.






Substitutions
If you don’t have boneless skinless chicken breasts available, you can also use chicken breast filets, chicken cutlets, chicken tenders, or boneless skinless chicken thighs.
If you use bone in chicken breasts or split chicken breasts, you won’t be able to butterfly them so they will take longer to cook.
Nutrition
Here’s a summary of the health benefits associated with chicken breast from different genotypes based on the study:
- Higher Protein Content: Black-boned and Thai indigenous chickens have more protein compared to broilers, which helps with muscle building and repair.
- Lower Fat Content: Chicken breast are leaner, meaning they have less fat than broilers, which can be better for those wanting to cut down on fat.
- Better Nutrients: Thai indigenous chickens have more of the good proteins that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, which can support overall health.
- Higher Carnosine and Anserine: Thai indigenous chickens also have more carnosine and anserine, which help maintain muscle function and reduce fatigue.
- Stronger Antioxidants: The Thai indigenous chicken has the highest antioxidant levels, which help fight inflammation and oxidative stress, supporting better health.
In summary, savor the superior health benefits of chicken breasts from black-boned and Thai indigenous chickens, which are not only packed with more protein and less fat but also brimming with beneficial bioactive compounds. These nutrient-rich delights offer a way to boost your well-being and elevate your culinary experience.
Learn more about chicken breast nutrition with this post.

What to serve with Chicken Breast on the Blackstone
These pair great with many different side dishes, but I loves serving it with Blackstone Green Beans! You can also serve it with these Blackstone Brussel sprouts with bacon, Grilled Blackstone Acorn Squash or Blackstone Zucchini to make it a complete meal.
How to store
Store leftovers in an airtight container up to 5 days. I typically use glass containers to store food in or meal prep, but they were all in use.

How to reheat
If you’re using a glass meal prep container, remove the lid and microwave on high for 1 to 1.5 minutes or until chicken is warm. You may also transfer the chicken to a microwave safe plate to warm up.

Chicken Breasts on the Blackstone
Equipment
- 1 Blackstone
Ingredients
- Ingredients
- 1.5 # chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp coarse salt
- 1 tsp paprika
- ¼ ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic minced
Instructions
- Directions
- Butterfly the chicken breasts and set aside
- In the large baggie add the avocado oil and all of the spices. Mix well.
- Add the chicken breasts to the bag and then massage to coat evenly
- Marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Pre-heat blackstone over medium high heat
- Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165F