Grilled Apple Honey Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with Grilled Apple Honey Chicken, a sweet and savory delight bursting with bold, aromatic flavors. This recipe combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with a marinade featuring apple juice, golden honey, soy sauce, and warm spices like cinnamon and ginger, creating a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and earthy notes. Each piece is grilled to smoky perfection on medium-high heat, sealing in the rich flavors while achieving a beautifully caramelized exterior. Finished with a garnish of fresh parsley, this dish pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for summer grilling or any time you’re craving bold, seasonal flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Apple juice
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the apple juice, honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, cinnamon, ginger, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight for best results.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing the excess marinade to drip off, and set the marinade aside. Place the chicken on the grill.
Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). While grilling, occasionally brush the reserved marinade over the chicken to enhance the flavor. Discard any leftover marinade once the chicken is fully cooked.
Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a serving plate and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain its juices.
Drizzle with a small amount of olive oil, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve warm. Pair with a side of roasted vegetables or a green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1746 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.3 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 4070 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.4 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 80.0 g | ||
| Protein | 219.8 g | 440% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2004 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
