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Honey Lemon Basil Grilled Chicken

Honey Lemon Basil Grilled Chicken for a Fresh Summer Feast

Enjoy vibrant Honey Lemon Basil Grilled Chicken, perfect for summer cookouts and weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 42 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil or avocado oil for milder flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest fresh lemons are best
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice fresh
  • 1/4 cup Honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Montreal Chicken Seasoning or all-purpose seasoning
For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds Boneless Chicken Thighs or breasts for a leaner option
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil chiffonade

Equipment

  • grill
  • whisk
  • glass dish
  • Tongs
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a large glass dish, combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, and Montreal chicken seasoning. Whisk until well blended.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Set aside some marinade. Add chicken thighs to the dish and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 3 hours.
  3. Preheat the Grill: Preheat grill to medium heat (350°F to 400°F) about 10 minutes before grilling.
  4. Grill the Chicken: Place marinated chicken on grill, cooking for 4-6 minutes until grill marks form.
  5. Flip and Baste: Flip chicken thighs and baste with reserved marinade. Grill for another 4-6 minutes.
  6. Rest Before Serving: Remove chicken from grill and rest for 3-5 minutes under foil.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh basil and serve with grilled vegetables, salad, or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allowing the chicken to rest keeps it juicy and enhances flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure safe cooking.

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