Sesame Ginger Lime Chicken
With just the right balance of sweet and savory, this sesame ginger lime chicken marinade packs a punch of flavor and grills up beautifully. Serve it with a side of rice and your favorite vegetables for a perfect meal.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 253kcal
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breast, pounded to 1-inch thickness (about 2 pounds)
- 2 limes zested and juiced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- 1 garlic clove minced
- Sesame seeds optional, for garnish
- Thinly sliced green onion optional, for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk marinade ingredients until smooth.
- Add the chicken, cover the bowl and refrigerate for at minimum of 30 minutes, or until you're ready to cook.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high.
- Remove chicken from marinade and pat dry. Grill chicken for 5 - 6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165˚F.
- Take the chicken off the grill and allow it to rest for a few minutes. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onion before serving (optional).
Nutrition
Calories: 253kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 250mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin C: 11mg