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Key West Grilled Chicken

Delicious Key West Grilled Chicken with Zesty Honey Lime Marinade

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Key West Grilled Chicken skewers marinated with honey and lime.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Substitute with Coconut Aminos for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Olive oil or avocado oil can also be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh lime is preferred.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Garlic powder can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Can substitute with parsley or basil.
Skewers
  • 2 medium Red Bell Pepper Green or yellow bell peppers can be used.
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Breast Halves Boneless thighs or shrimp can be used as alternatives.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • shallow bowl
  • Zip-top bag
  • Bamboo Skewers

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a shallow bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, vegetable oil, lime juice, minced garlic, and cilantro until well combined.
  2. Take your boneless chicken breast halves and coat them in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. After marinating, cut chicken into 1-2 inch cubes. Pre-soak bamboo skewers in water.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  5. Place chicken skewers on the grill, cooking for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is budget-friendly, gluten-free, and can be easily adjusted to suit various tastes.

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