Best 8 Honey Basil Grilled Chicken Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of honey basil grilled chicken, a culinary delight that combines the sweetness of honey, the aromatic freshness of basil, and the succulent savoriness of grilled chicken. This delectable dish is an explosion of taste that promises to tantalize your palate and leave you craving more. Honey basil grilled chicken is perfect for a summer barbecue, a delightful weeknight meal, or an elegant dinner party. With its ease of preparation and captivating flavors, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your cooking repertoire. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets to creating the perfect honey basil grilled chicken.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HONEY BASIL GRILLED CHICKEN



Honey Basil Grilled Chicken image

This is a yummy flavor filled chicken dish. It's perfect for those hot summer says when you don't want to heat up the kitchen. It can also be prepared in the broiler. I did not include marinating time in the total prep time. I like to serve it with a rice dish and a spinach salad. A cool key-lime pie would make it a perfect meal!

Provided by Julie in TX

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup lemon juice
2/3 cup finely chopped fresh basil
2/3 cup honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounce each)
2 medium yellow sweet peppers
2 medium sweet red peppers
vegetable oil cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine the first 6 ingredients.
  • Cut the peppers into 1-2" pieces.
  • Add the chicken breasts& peppers to the honey mixture.
  • I put all the ingredients in a heavy-duty zip lock bag.
  • Seal the bag and shake it until the chicken& peppers are coated with the honey mixture.
  • Put it in the refrigerator and let it marinate for 3 hours.
  • Turn the bag several times to make sure the chicken and the vegetables are well coated with the marinade.
  • Take the chicken and peppers out of the marinade.
  • Put the marinade in a saucepan and bring it to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer until the sauce reduces a small amount.
  • This usually takes about 5 minutes.
  • Spray the grill rack with cooking spray.
  • Heat the grill to medium heat.
  • Put the chicken on the rack and close the grill lid.
  • Cook for 8-10 minutes.
  • Turn the chicken and continue cooking for 8-10 minutes.
  • Baste with the marinade during the last few minutes of cooking.
  • The peppers can be grilled in a grilling basket or on skewers.
  • The peppers will need to grill for about 5 minutes on each side.
  • The chicken and peppers can be cooked in your oven broiler.
  • Place them in a single layer on the broiler pan which has been sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Broil 5-6 inches from the heat for 10 minutes.
  • Turn the chicken and peppers and baste with the marinade.
  • Cook for an additional 8-10 minutes or until chicken is done.

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH BASIL DRESSING



Grilled Chicken with Basil Dressing image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons fennel seeds, coarsely crushed
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves
1 large clove garlic
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Whisk 1/3 cup of oil, 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, fennel seeds, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a heavy-duty re-sealable plastic bag. Add the chicken and seal the bag. Massage the marinade into the chicken. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes and up to 1 day, turning the chicken occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, blend the basil, garlic, lemon zest, remaining 1/4 cup lemon juice, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a blender until smooth. Gradually blend in the remaining 1/3 cup oil. Season the basil sauce, to taste, with more salt and pepper, if desired.
  • Prepare the barbecue for medium-high heat or preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken until just cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to plates. Drizzle the basil sauce over and serve.

GRILLED BASIL-MARINATED CHICKEN



Grilled Basil-Marinated Chicken image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h31m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped basil leaves, plus 4 sprigs for garnish
1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
1 clove garlic, chopped
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 2 pounds)

Steps:

  • Whisk together the oil, vinegar, basil, onion, salt, peppercorns, and garlic in a bowl. Transfer the marinade to a gallon-sized sealable plastic bag with the chicken and shake to combine. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours and up to 12 hours.
  • When ready to cook, build a charcoal fire or preheat gas grill.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade. Grill the chicken, turning once, until browned and just cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a platter and garnish with the basil sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calorie, Fat 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Carbohydrate 0.5 grams

GRILLED HONEY-LIME CHICKEN



Grilled Honey-Lime Chicken image

Make-ahead marinade is your best friend when feeding a crowd. This one for grilled chicken is good to know and very easy to memorize. -Marybeth Wright, Maitland, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup oil and vinegar salad dressing
1/2 cup honey
3 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Pour 1 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 2 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade., Drain and discard marinade. Lightly oil the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until a thermometer reads 170°, basting occasionally with reserved marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 476mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED HONEY-LEMON CHICKEN



Grilled Honey-Lemon Chicken image

Tangy, moist citrus chicken for the grill! Goes great with grilled potatoes and coleslaw.

Provided by Autumn Pumpkin

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup canola oil
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
2 cloves garlic, pressed
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons dried Italian herb seasoning
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Mix canola oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Italian herb seasoning, salt, and black pepper in a bowl; pour into a resealable plastic bag. Place chicken breasts into the bag, seal, and squeeze bag with your fingers several times to coat chicken with marinade. Place a second resealable bag over the first and seal to prevent leaks. Refrigerate chicken for 2 to 4 hours.
  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken breasts from bag; discard used marinade. Cook chicken on the preheated grill until the center is no longer pink and the juices run clear, 7 to 8 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 60.8 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 1045 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

BASIL LIME HONEY GINGER GRILLED CHICKEN



Basil Lime Honey Ginger Grilled Chicken image

I used a product Island Grove Key Lime Honey Ginger can be found in many store or click on this link http://www.islandgrove.com/newkeylimeginger.html The rice and mango make this a wonderful tropical meal.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 1/2 ounce) bottle honey lime dressing (Island Grove Key Lime Honey Ginger Dressing)
1/4 cup packed fresh basil, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, diced about 1/2 cup
4 chicken breasts, 2 1/2 -3 pounds
2 cups cooked rice (optional)
1 mango, peeled and sliced

Steps:

  • Place the first 4 ingredients in a large bowl mixing together, add chicken and marinate for 1 hour.
  • Heat grill to medium high.
  • Remove chicken from marinade shaking of excess; place the marinade in a small pot and bring to a boil then simmer stirring often.
  • Meanwhile place chicken on hot grill and grill for 3-5 on each side.
  • Remove chicken when 165° to 170°F cook until juices run clear. Sit for 10 minutes before slicing.
  • Mix 1/2 the heated sauce into the rice.
  • Plate chicken on some sauce serve with sliced fanned out mango, rice and a veggie of choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.6, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 93.5, Carbohydrate 11.7, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 8.4, Protein 30.9

HONEY ORANGE BASIL CHICKEN



Honey Orange Basil Chicken image

Very easy recipe. I catered an informal wedding for a friend and this was the main dish. It received rave reviews. Serve with rice medley and salad. Good recipe for working folks.

Provided by MOMZRIGHT

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 8h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup orange juice
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon dried basil, or to taste
½ teaspoon grated orange zest
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, mix the orange juice, oil, honey, parsley, basil, orange zest, salt, and pepper. Place chicken in the bag, seal, and marinate in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Preheat the grill for medium heat.
  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Place the chicken on the grill, and discard marinade. Cook chicken 15 minutes, turning once, or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 204.7 mg, Sugar 5 g

GRILLED LEMON-BASIL CHICKEN



Grilled Lemon-Basil Chicken image

Garden-fresh basil is put to good use in this super summer recipe. The chicken turns out moist and tender every time.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup minced fresh basil
1 cup canola oil
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Pour 1-1/2 cups into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight, turning occasionally. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or a thermometer reads 170°, basting occasionally with reserved marinade.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • To ensure the chicken is cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C).
  • If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the chicken in a grill pan over medium heat.
  • For a more flavorful chicken, marinate it in the honey-basil sauce for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
  • To prevent the chicken from sticking to the grill, lightly grease the grates with oil before cooking.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as grilled vegetables, rice, or salad.

Conclusion:

Honey-basil grilled chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The combination of sweet honey and savory basil creates a flavorful marinade that tenderizes the chicken and gives it a delicious grilled flavor. This recipe is also versatile and can be served with a variety of sides, making it a great option for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.

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