Description
Honey Citrus Grilled Chicken with Basil Butter is a vibrant dish that perfectly marries the sweetness of honey and the zesty brightness of citrus, all elevated by the fresh aroma of basil. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for summer barbecues, family dinners, or any occasion when you crave something delicious yet uncomplicated. With tender grilled chicken marinated in a tantalizing honey-citrus blend and topped with rich basil butter, this meal promises to satisfy every palate. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this flavorful dish that is both healthy and quick to prepare!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Juice of 2 lemons
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 cup butter (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup minced fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lime juice, honey, salt, pepper, and garlic until well combined.
- Place chicken breasts in a bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- For the basil butter, mix room temperature butter with garlic powder and minced basil until smooth.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Allow chicken to rest before serving, topping each piece with basil butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg