Key West Grilled Chicken (Printable version)
Citrus-marinated chicken with zesty lime, garlic, and honey glaze grilled to juicy perfection.
# What you'll need:
→ Chicken
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ Marinade
02 - 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce (gluten-free if needed)
05 - 1 tablespoon honey
06 - 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - Zest of 1 lime
→ Garnish (optional)
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
12 - Lime wedges
# Directions:
01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, soy sauce, honey, garlic, oregano, black pepper, salt, and lime zest until well combined.
02 - Place chicken breasts in a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated evenly. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to 4 hours.
03 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess liquid.
04 - Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
05 - Transfer chicken to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
06 - Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The marinade comes together in minutes but transforms ordinary chicken into something that tastes like a coastal restaurant dinner
- Its incredibly forgiving, whether you grill it perfectly or accidentally leave it an extra minute
02 -
- Patting the chicken dry before grilling helps it sear instead of steam
- Letting the chicken rest is not optional, cutting it immediately will spill all those flavorful juices onto your plate
03 -
- Marinate overnight if you have time, the flavors penetrate deeper than you would expect
- Boneless thighs stay juicier if you tend to overcook chicken breasts