Key West Grilled Chicken (Printable)
Citrus-marinated chicken with zesty lime, garlic, and honey for fresh island flavors.
# 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:
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.
03 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess liquid.
04 - Grill chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
05 - Transfer chicken to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
06 - Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The marinade comes together in minutes but transforms ordinary chicken into something special
- Leftovers reheating beautifully for lunch the next day
- The balance of tangy lime and subtle sweetness makes everyone ask for seconds
02 -
- Do not marinate longer than 4 hours or the lime will start breaking down the chicken texture
- Pat the chicken dry before grilling if you want more pronounced grill marks
- Room temperature chicken grills more evenly than cold from the fridge
03 -
- Use a meat thermometer instead of cutting into the chicken to check doneness
- Letting the chicken rest is not optional, it makes the difference between juicy and dry meat