Grilled Honey Basil Chicken with Colorful Peppers
Enjoy a delightful summertime dish with Grilled Honey Basil Chicken, infused with the sweet notes of honey and the aromatic essence of fresh basil. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for outdoor grilling, allowing you to savor juicy, flavorful chicken alongside vibrant, grilled peppers without heating up the kitchen. Perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners, this dish pairs beautifully with a light rice pilaf and a refreshing spinach salad. For dessert, a slice of cool key-lime pie adds the perfect finishing touch to your meal!
4
Servings
300
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Lemon juice
1 cup (Freshly squeezed)
Fresh basil
2/3 cup (Finely chopped)
Honey
2/3 cup (None)
Olive oil
2 tablespoons (None)
Fresh ground pepper
1 teaspoon (None)
Garlic cloves
4 (Minced)
Boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 (6 ounce each) (None)
Yellow sweet peppers
2 medium (Cut into 1-2 inch pieces)
Sweet red peppers
2 medium (Cut into 1-2 inch pieces)
Vegetable oil cooking spray
As needed (For grilling)
Instructions
1
In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, chopped basil, honey, olive oil, and ground pepper. Add minced garlic and stir until combined.
2
Wash and cut the yellow and red sweet peppers into 1-2 inch pieces.
3
Place the chicken breasts and chopped peppers into a heavy-duty zip lock bag. Pour the honey mixture over the chicken and peppers.
4
Seal the bag tightly and gently shake to ensure all ingredients are well coated. Refrigerate and marinate for 3 hours, turning the bag occasionally to redistribute the marinade.
5
Once marinated, remove the chicken and peppers from the bag, reserving the marinade.
6
In a saucepan, bring the reserved marinade to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
7
Preheat the grill to medium heat, spraying the grill rack with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
8
Place the marinated chicken on the grill and close the lid, cooking for 8-10 minutes on one side.
9
Flip the chicken and continue grilling for another 8-10 minutes, basting with the reduced marinade during the last few minutes.
10
For the peppers, use a grilling basket or skewers and grill for about 5 minutes on each side until charred and tender.
11
Alternatively, prepare the dish in your broiler: arrange the chicken and peppers on a broiler pan sprayed with cooking spray, broil 5-6 inches from heat for 10 minutes, then flip and baste, cooking for an additional 8-10 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
Nutrition Information
7g
Fat
33g
Carbs
22g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grilled Honey Basil Chicken?
Grilled Honey Basil Chicken is a summertime dish infused with sweet honey and aromatic fresh basil, served with grilled yellow and red peppers.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
How long should the chicken be marinated?
The chicken and peppers should be marinated in the refrigerator for 3 hours.
Can I cook this dish if I do not have an outdoor grill?
Yes, you can use your broiler; arrange the food on a broiler pan 5-6 inches from the heat and cook for approximately 18-20 minutes total.
What are the nutritional facts for calories per serving?
Each serving contains 300 calories.
How much protein is in one serving?
There are 22 grams of protein per serving.
What is the fat content for this recipe?
This recipe contains 7 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
There are 33 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What type of peppers are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 medium yellow sweet peppers and 2 medium sweet red peppers.
How should the peppers be prepared before marinating?
The peppers should be washed and cut into 1-2 inch pieces.
How much honey is required?
The recipe requires 2/3 cup of honey.
What amount of lemon juice is needed for the marinade?
You will need 1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
How much fresh basil is used?
Use 2/3 cup of finely chopped fresh basil.
How many garlic cloves are needed?
The recipe uses 4 minced garlic cloves.
What is the recommended size for the chicken breasts?
The recipe calls for 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, each weighing 6 ounces.
What temperature should the grill be set to?
Preheat the grill to medium heat.
How long should the chicken be grilled on each side?
Grill the chicken for 8-10 minutes per side.
How long do the peppers take to grill?
The peppers should be grilled for about 5 minutes on each side until charred and tender.
Should I boil the reserved marinade before using it for basting?
Yes, bring the reserved marinade to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes to thicken it before basting.
How do I prevent the chicken from sticking to the grill rack?
Spray the grill rack with vegetable oil cooking spray before cooking.
What tools are suggested for grilling the peppers?
You can use a grilling basket or skewers to grill the peppers.
What side dishes pair well with this recipe?
This dish pairs beautifully with a light rice pilaf and a refreshing spinach salad.
What dessert is recommended to follow this meal?
A slice of cool key-lime pie is suggested as the perfect finishing touch.
How much olive oil is in the marinade?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
What is the amount of ground pepper needed?
Use 1 teaspoon of fresh ground pepper.
Is the chicken skinless and boneless?
Yes, the recipe specifies using boneless skinless chicken breasts.
How often should I turn the bag while marinating?
Turn the bag occasionally to redistribute the marinade over the 3-hour period.
What is the first step in preparing the marinade?
Whisk together the lemon juice, chopped basil, honey, olive oil, and ground pepper in a bowl.
When should I baste the chicken with the reduced marinade?
Baste the chicken with the reduced marinade during the last few minutes of grilling.
How many total ingredients are listed in the recipe?
There are 10 ingredients listed for this recipe.