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Honey Lime Chicken: A Zesty, Healthy Delight!

A zesty and healthy dish featuring grilled chicken marinated in honey and lime, served over brown rice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts about 1 pound, boneless and skinless
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice about 2 limes
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag or cover the dish, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
  3. Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  4. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is cooked through.
  5. While the chicken is grilling, prepare the brown rice according to package instructions if not already cooked.
  6. Once the chicken is done, let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.
  7. Serve the sliced chicken over a bed of brown rice, garnished with chopped cilantro and lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30g

Notes

  • For added flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
  • Substitute quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.

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