Description
This Honey Lime Chicken is a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a delicious honey-lime sauce, then pan-seared or grilled to perfection. It’s an easy, mouthwatering dish that pairs well with rice, veggies, or salad!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (halved lengthwise)
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Make Marinade: In a bowl, mix honey, lime juice, zest, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate Chicken: Coat chicken in the marinade and let sit for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours for more flavor).
- Cook Chicken: Heat a pan over medium heat and cook chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Alternatively, grill over medium heat.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and extra lime slices. Enjoy with rice, roasted veggies, or a fresh salad!
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
- Add red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- Double the marinade and save some as a sauce for drizzling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 35g