Description
A delightful blend of sweet honey and tangy lime transforms chicken breasts into a tender, flavorful dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk together the honey, lime juice, soy sauce, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper, then arrange them in a baking dish.
- Pour the honey-lime mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Cover the dish and marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
Notes
Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor. Use a meat thermometer for perfect cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: honey lime chicken, summer recipe, grilled chicken, quick dinner, flavorful chicken