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Key West Grilled Chicken

Key West Grilled Chicken: A Tropical Delight for Your Dinner

Experience tropical flavors with Key West Grilled Chicken, featuring a lime marinade that balances honey and fresh herbs, perfect for dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce (or Coconut Aminos) Coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Agave syrup for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Olive oil works too
  • 1 whole Juice of Lime Lemon as substitute
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Powdered garlic as quick alternative
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Parsley as substitute
  • 1 whole Red Bell Pepper Green bell pepper as alternative
  • Crushed Red Pepper or Minced Jalapeño (optional) Add for spiciness

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • Zip-top Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Make the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce or coconut aminos, honey, vegetable oil, lime juice, minced garlic, fresh cilantro, and chopped red bell pepper until creamy.
  2. Marinate Chicken: Place chicken in a zip-top bag or shallow dish, pouring the marinade over. Coat thoroughly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours.
  3. Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to high heat, aiming for about 400°F (200°C). Lightly oil the grates.
  4. Grill Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and cook on the grill for 6-8 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. Rest Chicken: Transfer chicken to a plate, cover loosely with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes.
  6. Optional Broil: For an extra char, broil chicken for an additional 2 minutes, watching closely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Marinate for at least 30 minutes, and make sure grill grates are clean and oiled for best results.

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