Honey Basil Grilled Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Honey Basil Grilled Chicken recipe—an irresistible blend of sweet, citrusy, and herbaceous flavors that’s perfect for summer grilling. Tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts are marinated in a luscious mixture of honey, fresh basil, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic garlic, then grilled to perfection for a slightly charred, caramelized finish. With minimal prep time and a savory-sweet balance that’s both family-friendly and elegant, this dish is as easy as it is impressive. Whether served alongside roasted vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp garden salad, this honey basil chicken is sure to be a hit. Make it your go-to recipe for flavorful grilled chicken packed with fresh, vibrant ingredients!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine honey, chopped basil leaves, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Whisk the marinade until well blended.
Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally up to 4 hours, to allow the flavors to infuse.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F to 400°F). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Discard the marinade used for the chicken.
Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill. Cook for 6-8 minutes on the first side without moving them to achieve nice grill marks.
Flip the chicken and cook for another 6-8 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain juices.
Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves if desired, and serve the Honey Basil Grilled Chicken hot with your favorite sides such as roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.4 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 148 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 616 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.3 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.5 g | ||
| Protein | 54.4 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 521 mg | 11% | |
*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.
