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Mexican Honey Lime Grilled Chicken: A Flavorful Delight!

A flavorful and zesty grilled chicken dish marinated in honey and lime, perfect for summer barbecues.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using) until well combined.
  2. Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours for more flavor.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the leftover marinade.
  5. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is cooked through.
  6. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  7. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken breastCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 36gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a smoky flavor, add a teaspoon of smoked paprika to the marinade.
  • To make it a complete meal, serve the chicken with grilled vegetables or a fresh corn salad.

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