Honey Key Lime Grilled Chicken

Rating: 3.95 stars
63 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 21
  • 4 star values: 25
  • 3 star values: 11
  • 2 star values: 5
  • 1 star values: 1

When I bought a bottle of Key Lime juice on vacation in Florida, I wondered what I would do with it... Now this recipe is a staple in our kitchen! I hope you enjoy it too! The longer you marinate, the better the sweet-sour combo gets!

By ANISSA925

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Recipe Summary

prep:
10 mins
cook:
16 mins
additional:
34 mins
total:
1 hr
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
Nutrition Info
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Ingredients

4
Original recipe yields 4 servings
The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

Directions

  • In a resealable plastic bag, mix the key lime juice, honey, garlic, and lemon pepper. Place the chicken in the bag, seal, and shake to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator at least 30 minutes, turning the bag occasionally.

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  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.

  • Grill the marinated chicken about 8 minutes on each side, until no longer pink and juices run clear. Discard remaining marinade.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:
169 calories; protein 24.7g; carbohydrates 10.7g; fat 2.8g; cholesterol 67.2mg; sodium 117.1mg. Full Nutrition
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CookinBug
Rating: 4 stars
08/05/2007
I used regular lime juice and marinated it for 2 hours... we really liked the flavor but will definitely marinate it overnight next time to strengthen the taste. Read More
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NikkiC
Rating: 1 stars
02/13/2008
I marinated it for 10 hours because I just didn't think you could get the most out of this dish with only marinating meat for 30 min. Even the 10 hours didn't help infuse the chicken with real flavor. The proportion of honey to lime was off and the chicken was so bland. Read More
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(33)
63 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 21
  • 4 star values: 25
  • 3 star values: 11
  • 2 star values: 5
  • 1 star values: 1
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CookinBug
Rating: 4 stars
08/04/2007
I used regular lime juice and marinated it for 2 hours... we really liked the flavor but will definitely marinate it overnight next time to strengthen the taste. Read More
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(34)
NikkiC
Rating: 1 stars
02/13/2008
I marinated it for 10 hours because I just didn't think you could get the most out of this dish with only marinating meat for 30 min. Even the 10 hours didn't help infuse the chicken with real flavor. The proportion of honey to lime was off and the chicken was so bland. Read More
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(33)
PIXIE3
Rating: 4 stars
09/19/2006
I really liked this recipe. It was simple and super easy to make. The trick is to marinate the chicken for at least an hour or two. The key lime taste is great subtle & delicious. Everyone wanted more! Read More
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larkspur
Rating: 5 stars
01/25/2011
Great recipe! I didn't have any key lime juice so I ended up using regular lime juice...and then it turned out that I didn't have enough of that so I ended up subbing lemon juice for the remainder.:P Even so the chicken came out moist tender and juicy with a great lime/honey flavor. I marinated the chicken overnight and then grilled it for lunch today. It was wonderful and my family really enjoyed it. Plus it was super easy and quick to put together. Thanks for sharing the recipe!!!! Read More
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HUSKER1968
Rating: 2 stars
03/04/2004
I let it marinate overnight so the flavor really penetrated the chicken and it was very moist but for some reason the lime juice and honey didn't taste right together to me. I thought the key lime juice was way too tart for this maybe regular lime juice or lemon juice. Read More
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Charlee
Rating: 5 stars
12/20/2010
Great marinade! I will definitely keep this recipe. I couldn't access my grill due to a sudden storm so I browned the chicken in some olive oil on the stove. Read More
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Jessjoy
Rating: 3 stars
09/01/2009
So this was okay. It is important to use Key West Lime Juice and not regular lime juice. The Key West is stronger and will help with the flavor. I took leftovers shredded and it made a great chicken salad. Will I make this again No. Do I think you should try it Yes. Read More
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Donna Jeffreys
Rating: 5 stars
07/20/2009
AWESOME recipe! The only thing I did differently was that I used regular limes instead of key limes since I already had those on hand. Otherwise - this one is WILL be on the table again! Read More
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LEINAA
Rating: 3 stars
07/09/2008
I marinated this longer overnight. The flavor was good but chicken was tough possibly from the lime juice. I probably wont make this again. Read More
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