Grilled Soy Honey Glazed Chicken Breasts
Elevate your grilling game with these irresistibly juicy Grilled Soy Honey Glazed Chicken Breasts—an ideal blend of sweet and savory perfection. Marinated in a flavorful mix of soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger, these tender, boneless chicken breasts are infused with bold, zesty notes, thanks to a splash of lemon juice and freshly ground black pepper. The real magic happens on the grill, where the heat caramelizes the glaze into a sticky, golden coating. For an added touch of texture and visual appeal, garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving. With just 15 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cook time, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or summer BBQs. Whether you're entertaining guests or feeding the family, these glazed chicken breasts are guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, lemon juice, black pepper, and salt to create the marinade.
Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish, and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for maximum flavor.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off, and reserve the marinade.
Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill. Cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is no longer pink in the center.
While the chicken is grilling, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 3-4 minutes to thicken slightly and kill any bacteria from raw chicken.
Brush the thickened marinade over the chicken during the last minute of grilling for a glossy glaze.
Remove the grilled chicken breasts from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes to retain juiciness.
Garnish the chicken with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired, before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1660 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 55.0 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3418 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.4 g | ||
| Protein | 223.5 g | 447% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2179 mg | 46% | |
*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.
