Honey Grilled Chicken
Fire up the grill for this irresistible Honey Grilled Chicken, a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors that will delight your taste buds. Featuring a marinade of rich honey, tangy soy sauce, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic minced garlic, this chicken is infused with vibrant flavors that ensure every bite is tender, juicy, and deeply satisfying. The subtle kick from paprika and a hint of black pepper round out the seasonings for a flavor-packed dish. Whether marinated for just an hour or overnight for maximum flavor, this recipe is quick to prepare with only 15 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes on the grill. Serve this beautifully grilled chicken with a fresh parsley garnish and pair it with grilled vegetables or a side of fluffy rice. Perfect for family dinners, BBQs, or meal prep, Honey Grilled Chicken is a versatile, crowd-pleasing addition to your recipe collection. Keywords: honey grilled chicken recipe, grilled chicken marinade, BBQ chicken recipes, easy chicken dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 0.25 cups Honey
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoons Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, black pepper, salt, and paprika to create the marinade.
Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or 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 1 hour, ideally overnight for maximum flavor.
When ready to cook, preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 375–400°F). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent the chicken from sticking.
Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Reserve the remaining marinade for basting.
Place the chicken breasts on the grill. Cook for 6–8 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 6–8 minutes on the other side, basting with the reserved marinade occasionally.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Adjust cooking time as necessary depending on the thickness of the chicken.
Once cooked through, remove the chicken breasts from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes to retain their juices.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot with your favorite sides such as grilled vegetables or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
421 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.1 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 148 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 806 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.6 g | ||
| Protein | 55.4 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 561 mg | 12% | |
*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.
