Best 6 Grilled Honey Lime Chicken Recipes

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**Grilled Honey Lime Chicken: A Flavorful and Refreshing Summer Dish**

Savor the delightful flavors of grilled honey lime chicken, a tantalizing dish that combines the sweet and tangy notes of honey and lime with the smoky goodness of grilled chicken. This recipe creates juicy and tender chicken breasts marinated in a vibrant blend of honey, lime juice, garlic, and spices, resulting in a dish that is both flavorful and refreshing. Grilled to perfection, the chicken is infused with a delectable smoky aroma that complements the zesty citrus flavors. Accompanying the chicken is a refreshing cucumber salad, featuring crisp cucumbers, red onions, and cilantro, dressed in a zesty lime vinaigrette. This vibrant salad adds a refreshing crunch and tangy contrast to the richness of the chicken. Additionally, a delectable grilled corn on the cob is brushed with a savory herb butter, adding a touch of sweetness and a delightful smoky flavor. This delightful meal is perfect for summer gatherings, backyard barbecues, or a flavorful weeknight dinner.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

HONEY KEY LIME GRILLED CHICKEN



Honey Key Lime Grilled Chicken image

When I bought a bottle of Key Lime juice on vacation in Florida, I wondered what I would do with it... Now this recipe is a staple in our kitchen! I hope you enjoy it too! The longer you marinate, the better the sweet-sour combo gets!

Provided by ANISSA925

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Healthy

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 tablespoons key lime juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon lemon pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • In a resealable plastic bag, mix the key lime juice, honey, garlic, and lemon pepper. Place the chicken in the bag, seal, and shake to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator at least 30 minutes, turning the bag occasionally.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
  • Grill the marinated chicken about 8 minutes on each side, until no longer pink and juices run clear. Discard remaining marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.8 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 117.1 mg, Sugar 9 g

HONEY LIME MARINADE FOR GRILLED CHICKEN



Honey Lime Marinade for Grilled Chicken image

If you are looking for a marinade that really brings your chicken alive and produces sweet and juicy flavorful meat then this 5 ingredient marinade is one you should add to your list. I found this recipe some time ago and it is delicious. I've since misplaced the site it came from so decided to enter it here to make sure that it's always available. ***As a tip you can slice the chicken breasts so that they cook faster and are easier to portion bases on the appetite of the person eating.

Provided by DearOlDad

Categories     Poultry

Time 4h15m

Yield 4 Breasts, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon chopped fresh garlic
4 large boneless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • Add soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, honey, and garlic to a small bowl in that order (the olive oil will help the honey slide right out of the spoon). Whisk together thoroughly.
  • Place chicken in a large Ziploc bag and pour the marinade inches Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Preferred time is 1-4 hours.
  • After marinating, grill chicken over high heat for about five minutes per side for slices or seven minutes per side for whole breasts, until cooked through.
  • Additional marinade can be made and then reduced down to serve over rice as a complimentary side to the grilled chicken.

GRILLED HONEY-LIME CHICKEN



Grilled Honey-Lime Chicken image

Make-ahead marinade is your best friend when feeding a crowd. This one for grilled chicken is good to know and very easy to memorize. -Marybeth Wright, Maitland, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup oil and vinegar salad dressing
1/2 cup honey
3 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Pour 1 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 2 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade., Drain and discard marinade. Lightly oil the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until a thermometer reads 170°, basting occasionally with reserved marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 476mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HONEY-LIME GRILLED CHICKEN



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You won't have to pack a lot of supplies to stir up the easy marinade shared by Dorothy Smith of El Dorado, Arkansas. It requires only three ingredients and gives fabulous lime flavor to tender chicken breasts.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup honey
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup lime juice
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a resealable plastic bag, combine the honey, soy sauce and lime juice; add chicken. Seal and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 30-45 minutes. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, uncovered, over medium heat for 6-7 minutes on each side or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts :

HONEY LIME GRILLED CHICKEN MARINADE



Honey Lime Grilled Chicken Marinade image

This Honey Lime Grilled Chicken uses the simplest marinade for grilling chicken that's perfect for summer.

Provided by Six Sisters Stuff

Categories     Main Course     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 chicken breasts
1/2 cup lime juice
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3 Tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine lime juice, oil, honey, thyme, rosemary, garlic and pepper. Pour it over chickens in a ziploc bag. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours up to overnight.
  • Grill until done and juices run clear - about 6-8 minutes on each side, depending on the thickness of your chicken breasts.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 4 serving, Calories 468 kcal, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 93 mg, Sodium 93 mg, Carbohydrate 16 g, Sugar 13 g, Protein 31 mg

GRILLED HONEY LIME CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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I found this on the Food Network site from Rachael Ray. We LOVE it. The original suggests serving these with Five Vegetable Slaw Salad and tortilla chips. I haven't tried the salad, but I'll post anyway.

Provided by Shaye

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1/2 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped (about a handful before chopping)
2 tablespoons canola oil or 2 tablespoons corn oil
4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon grill seasoning or 1 teaspoon coarse salt & pepper
lettuce
tomatoes
red onion
sliced avocado
1 cup prepared salsa verde
4 crusty rolls, split

Steps:

  • Combine first 5 ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Sprinkle chicken with seasoning blend or salt& pepper.
  • Coat chicken in dressing and set aside for 10 minutes.
  • Grill chicken on an indoor electric grill for 6-7 minutes on each side or pan fry over med high heat in a large nonstick skillet uncovered 6 minutes per side.
  • Slice chicken breasts on an angle and pile meat on roll bottoms.
  • Top with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and sliced avocado.
  • Spread salsa on roll tops as a condiment.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh chicken, limes, and cilantro will give your dish the best flavor.
  • Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes: This will help the chicken absorb the flavors of the marinade.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Grilled chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve immediately: Grilled honey lime chicken is best served hot off the grill.

Conclusion:

Grilled honey lime chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful mixture of honey, lime juice, garlic, and cilantro, then grilled to perfection. The result is a tender, juicy chicken with a slightly sweet and tangy flavor. Serve grilled honey lime chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad, and enjoy!

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