Sweet & Spicy Grilled Chicken Recipe
This Sweet & Spicy Grilled Chicken recipe combines the perfect balance of sweet and heat, resulting in juicy, flavorful chicken that’s perfect for summer grilling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, sriracha, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts to the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the grill: Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Grill the chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and grill for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through.
- Rest and garnish: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the heat level based on your preference.
- Make extra marinade to baste the chicken while grilling for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
