Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Delightful Grilled Chicken Strips with Steamed Mixed Veggies & Lime. This healthy yet delicious dish features tender, marinated chicken strips grilled to perfection, paired with colorful steamed vegetables and a zesty lime finish. Perfect for family dinners or a cozy night in, this meal is sure to impress with its enticing aroma and eye-catching presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, and lime juice. Add chicken strips and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium-high (400°F). Lightly grease grates with olive oil.
- Grill the chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Steam the veggies: While grilling, steam mixed vegetables over boiling water for about 5-7 minutes until tender but crisp.
- Serve: Arrange grilled chicken strips on a platter with steamed veggies and drizzle with additional lime juice if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 grilled chicken strip (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg