Description
Sweet Chili Chicken Marinade is your ticket to a flavor-packed meal that combines sweetness and spice in perfect harmony. This easy-to-follow recipe transforms boneless chicken breasts into a crowd-pleasing dish, whether you’re grilling at a summer barbecue or preparing a cozy dinner at home. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a memorable meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Thaw chicken if frozen and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, honey, lime juice, and minced garlic until well combined.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over it, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Seal or cover.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour (or overnight for best flavor).
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F). Remove chicken from marinade (discard excess) and grill for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Serve garnished with fresh herbs or lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.- This marinade is also excellent with shrimp or tofu; adjust cooking times accordingly.- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days.
