Description
BBQ lovers, rejoice! This grilled chicken recipe is the perfect blend of smoky, tender meat and sweet, tangy marinade, guaranteed to impress your family and friends. Marinated with fresh garlic, honey, and lemon juice, each bite is a burst of flavor that elevates any gathering. Whether paired with classic sides or fresh salads, this dish is sure to become a staple at your cookouts. Ready to fire up the grill? Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, honey, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F).
- 3. Grill the Chicken: Place marinated chicken on the grill. Cook for 6 minutes per side. Brush with BBQ sauce during the last 5 minutes until cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- 4. Let It Rest: Remove from grill and rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- 5. Serve: Slice and serve with extra BBQ sauce and your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg