Key West Grilled Chicken (Print Version)
Citrus-marinated chicken with lime, garlic, and honey flavors grilled to perfection.
# What You 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
# Preparation Steps:
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 evenly coated. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.
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 before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro and accompany with lime wedges.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The marinade comes together in minutes but tastes like you spent all day planning something special
- Its the kind of dish that makes people ask for the recipe before theyve even finished their first bite
02 -
- Letting the chicken rest after grilling is not optional, those five minutes make the difference between juicy and dry
- Dont marinate longer than 4 hours or the acid will start breaking down the meat texture
03 -
- Pat the chicken dry before adding it to the marinade, this helps the flavors penetrate better
- Bring the chicken to room temperature for about 20 minutes before grilling for more even cooking