Honey Lemon Chicken Recipe

Winner of Taste of Home's grilling contest! This zesty Honey Lemon Chicken recipe is a family favorite, created by a 12-year-old grilling genius! A sweet and tangy marinade of honey, lemon, garlic, and herbs infuses juicy chicken with incredible flavor. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a backyard barbecue, this recipe is quick, easy, and guaranteed to impress. Get ready for tender, flavorful chicken that's bursting with sunshine!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 210.1 kcal
Protein 53g
Rating 4.3 (11 Reviews)
Honey Lemon Chicken 22

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Honey Lemon Chicken

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Honey Lemon Chicken? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Honey Lemon Chicken

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup honey, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 4 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Pour 2/3 cup of the marinade into a large resealable plastic bag.
  3. Add 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts to the bag, seal, and turn to coat completely.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, for maximum flavor.
  5. Cover and refrigerate the remaining marinade for basting.
  6. Preheat grill to medium heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
  7. Remove chicken from marinade and discard the used marinade.
  8. Grill chicken for 12-15 minutes, turning once halfway through, and basting occasionally with the reserved marinade, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  9. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

65g

Fat

3g

Carbs

6g