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honey garlic grilled chicken recipe

Honey Garlic Grilled Chicken Recipe

Juicy, sweet, and garlicky grilled chicken that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend BBQs. Super easy, full of flavor, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Quick to prep and impossible to mess up, even for beginners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian Fusion
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tsp ginger grated
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon

Method
 

  1. Whisk honey, garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, black pepper, red pepper flakes, ginger, and lemon juice in a bowl.
  2. Toss chicken in marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Grill chicken 5–7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Brush chicken with leftover marinade during grilling.
  6. Let chicken rest 5 minutes before slicing.
  7. Serve hot with extra glaze and garnish as desired.

Notes

  • Can use chicken thighs instead of breasts for extra juiciness.
  • For oven version, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes.
  • Double the marinade for more sticky glaze.
  • Perfect with rice, roasted vegetables, or salad.
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