Description
Sweet Chili Chicken Grilled is a delightful dish that harmonizes sweet and spicy flavors beautifully. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a rich blend of sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, and garlic before being grilled to perfection. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, ensuring everyone will be asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, lime juice, honey, and minced garlic.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and let them soak for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Baste with extra sweet chili sauce during the last few minutes of grilling for added flavor.
- Let the chicken rest for five minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, consider marinating the chicken for up to one hour or overnight. - You can substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp or add vegetables like bell peppers during grilling for added crunch.