Honey-Lemon Garlic Grilled Chicken
Honey-Lemon Garlic Grilled Chicken balances gentle sweetness with bright citrus and a hint of garlicky depth, creating a glossy glaze that clings to tender, juicy breasts. It’s a crowd-pleasing main perfect for warm-weather dinners or weeknight meals when you want bold flavor with minimal fuss. Serve alongside crisp salads, grilled vegetables, or rice to soak up the extra sauce.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the grill to medium heat.
- 2
Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Whisk in the honey and lemon juice. Set aside half for basting, and brush the remaining half onto the chicken breasts.
- 3
Lightly oil the grill grate, then place the chicken on the grill. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes per side, turning often. Baste frequently during the final 5 minutes. The chicken is done when the meat is firm and the juices run clear.
- Calories 408.12 kcal High
- Protein 52.71 g Good Source
- Carbs 27.98 g Moderate
- Total Fat 9.31 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 4.05 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 156.4 mg High
- Sodium 112.33 mg Low Source
- Fiber 0.06 g Low Source
- Sugar 21.18 g High
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 107.02 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.46 mg Low Source
- Potassium 4.28 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 12.8 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
- Garlic 🧄