Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– ¼ cup honey
– ¼ cup fresh lime juice
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon lime zest
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Fresh lime wedges, for garnish
– Chopped cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Honey Lime Chicken is a breeze when you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, minced garlic, lime zest, salt, and black pepper.
2. Marinate Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal or cover and let marinate for at least 15 minutes (up to 2 hours for maximum flavor).
3. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
4. Cook Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade (discard excess marinade) and place it in the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and browned.
5. Check Doneness: Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
6. Glaze Chicken: As it cooks, you can spoon some of the leftover marinade over the chicken for extra flavor.
7. Rest Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes.
8. Garnish: Slice the chicken, top with fresh lime wedges, and sprinkle chopped cilantro if you choose.
9. Serve: Enjoy your Honey Lime Chicken with your favorite sides.
Following these steps will have you enjoying this mouthwatering dish in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 28g