Honey Lime Grilled Chicken
A perfect blend of honey and lime that creates juicy and flavorful grilled chicken, ideal for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 85 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Create the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and chili powder, if using.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Prepare the Grill: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side.
- Rest & Garnish: Remove from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked through but still juicy. Aim for an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg