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Smartphone photo of grilled chicken breast with cross-hatch marks and honey-soy glaze. (Key West Grilled Chicken)

Key West Grilled Chicken with a Glossy Honey-Soy Glaze

This Key West Grilled Chicken features tender chicken breasts with dark cross-hatch grill marks, coated in a glossy amber honey-soy glaze. A vibrant, tropical dinner finished with fresh cilantro and zingy lime wedges.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 345
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Recipe Ingredients
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts Pounded to 3/4 inch thickness
  • 1/3 cup honey Clover or wildflower preferred
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Low-sodium
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice Approximately 2-3 limes
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil High smoke point
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger Grated
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro Finely chopped
  • 2 whole limes Cut into wedges

Equipment

  • 1 Outdoor Grill or Cast Iron Grill Pan Essential for creating cross-hatch marks.
  • 1 Digital Meat Thermometer To ensure internal temp reaches 165°F.
  • 1 Small saucepan For reducing the glaze.

Method
 

Preparation and Marinating
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk honey, soy sauce, lime juice, oil, garlic, and ginger until emulsified.
  2. Place chicken in a bag with half the marinade. Reserve the other half. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
Grilling and Glazing
  1. Heat grill to medium-high (450°F). Pat chicken dry and place on grates at a 45-degree angle.
  2. Sear for 3 minutes, then rotate 45 degrees. Flip and cook until internal temp hits 160°F. Rest for 5 minutes.
  3. Simmer reserved marinade in a saucepan until thickened into a glossy amber glaze.
  4. Brush glaze onto chicken, top with chopped cilantro, and serve with fresh lime wedges.

Notes

For the best marks, don't move the chicken until it naturally releases from the grates.
Ensure you reserve half the marinade before adding raw chicken to prevent contamination.