Description
This Grilled Juicy Ginger-Lemon Chicken is a flavorful and tender dish featuring a zesty marinade made with fresh ginger, garlic, lemon, honey, and a savory soy-based sauce. Perfectly grilled to juicy perfection, it’s a quick and healthy meal ideal for dinner or lunch, offering a balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy notes that delight the palate.
Ingredients
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Marinade Ingredients
- 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated on the microplane
- 2 fresh garlic cloves, grated on the microplane or pressed
- 1 Tbsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 large fresh lemon, zest and juice
- 2 Tbsp raw honey
- 2 Tbsps avocado oil or olive oil
- 2 Tbsps coconut aminos, tamari, Braggs liquid aminos, or low sodium soy sauce
Main Ingredient
- 1-1/2 to 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For Garnish
- Freshly chopped cilantro leaves
- Fresh lemon slices
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the grated ginger, garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, lemon zest, lemon juice, raw honey, avocado or olive oil, and coconut aminos to make a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate Chicken: Add the boneless skinless chicken breasts into the marinade and stir well to ensure each piece is evenly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight for deeper flavor penetration.
- Rest Chicken Before Cooking: Remove the chicken from the refrigerator 20 minutes prior to cooking to bring it to room temperature, which helps in cooking the chicken evenly on the grill.
- Preheat Grill: Preheat a grill pan on the stovetop or an outdoor grill over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the chicken.
- Grill Chicken: Place the marinated chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring the chicken is fully cooked and juicy.
- Rest and Serve: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and allow it to rest for about 10 minutes to let the juices redistribute. Slice the chicken, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and lemon slices, and serve.
- Enjoy: Serve the grilled ginger-lemon chicken hot as a main dish for lunch or dinner alongside your favorite sides.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken overnight enhances the flavor significantly.
- Allowing the chicken to come to room temperature before grilling prevents uneven cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Substitute coconut aminos with low sodium soy sauce or tamari for an alternative flavor.
- For a spicier dish, increase the crushed red pepper flakes according to your preference.
- Leftover grilled chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
