Key West Grilled Chicken (Printable)

Fresh 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

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, soy sauce, honey, garlic, oregano, black pepper, salt, and lime zest until fully 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 absorption.
03 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat (approximately 375°F to 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess liquid.
04 - Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear when pierced.
05 - Transfer grilled chicken to a clean plate and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
06 - Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the chicken.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The marinade comes together in minutes but makes the chicken taste like youve been marinating it for days
  • Its equally perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend backyard gatherings
02 -
  • Pat the chicken dry before grilling if you want those impressive restaurant-style grill marks
  • The honey in the marinade can burn quickly, so keep an eye on the flames and move to a cooler spot if needed
03 -
  • Room temperature chicken grills more evenly, so take it out of the fridge about 20 minutes before cooking
  • A meat thermometer takes all the guesswork out of perfectly cooked chicken

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