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Grilled Sesame Lime Chicken

Juicy Grilled Sesame Lime Chicken That Hits the Spot

Grilled Sesame Lime Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish that brings friends and family together.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 26 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • ½ cup soy sauce adds savory depth
  • ¼ cup honey balances saltiness
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice infuses a citrusy tang
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced adds aromatic sharpness
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced introduces warm spice
  • to taste salt for seasoning
  • to taste pepper for seasoning
For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs chicken breast main protein source
For the Garnish
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced adds fresh crunch
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro provides herbal freshness
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds adds texture and flavor

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Medium bowl
  • whisk
  • plastic bag

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, minced ginger, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Place the chicken breasts into a resealable plastic bag or a covered container. Pour the prepared marinade over the chicken, seal, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates to prevent sticking.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and let it sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  5. Place the chicken on the preheated grill, cooking for 6-8 minutes on one side before flipping, and then another 6-8 minutes until fully cooked.
  6. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
  7. Slice the chicken and sprinkle with sliced green onions, fresh cilantro, and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, marinate for up to 4 hours. Avoid overcrowding the grill.

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