Description
A quick and flavorful recipe for Grilled Honey Lime Chicken featuring bright lime and sticky honey, perfect for family meals or gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)
- 1.5–2 lbs chicken (breasts or thighs)
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by whisking together olive oil, honey, lime juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and chili powder in a bowl.
- Marinate the chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish for at least 15 minutes, up to 2 hours.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high (375-400°F / 190-204°C) and clean the grates.
- Remove excess marinade and grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest the chicken covered loosely with foil for 5 minutes.
- Slice against the grain, squeeze fresh lime over the top, and garnish with cilantro before serving.
Notes
This chicken is great for meal prep and can be used in salads, tacos, or served as a main dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg