Key West Grilled Chicken (Printable)
Tender citrus-marinated chicken with lime, garlic, and honey for a zesty island-inspired meal.
# 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 Steps:
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 optimal flavor absorption.
03 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat (approximately 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess liquid.
04 - Grill chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, turning once, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
05 - Transfer chicken to a clean plate and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The marinade comes together in under five minutes but tastes like you spent all day planning
- Leftovers make incredible chicken tacos or salad toppers for lunch the next day
02 -
- Pat the chicken dry before it hits the grill for better sear marks
- Letting it rest after grilling makes the difference between juicy and dry meat
03 -
- Zest your limes before juicing them so much easier
- The honey helps create those gorgeous grill marks everyone loves