Grilled Hot Honey Chicken
Experience the perfect fusion of spicy and sweet with this Grilled Hot Honey Chicken recipe. Juicy, boneless chicken breasts marinated in a tantalizing blend of hot honey, garlic, and lime create a dish that’s irresistible to all. Ideal for summer barbecues or cozy weeknight dinners, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/3 cup hot honey
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix hot honey, soy sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, olive oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
- Place chicken breasts in a ziplock bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F).
- Grill marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until grill marks appear and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes under foil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For extra flavor depth, marinate chicken overnight. Substitute honey with maple syrup or add your favorite hot sauce for more heat. Fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary can enhance the flavor profile beautifully.