Grilled Citrus-Honey Chicken with Cilantro Lime Rice

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-04 · Updated 2026-08-04

Tender grilled chicken marinated in a zesty citrus-honey glaze paired with fluffy cilantro lime rice makes for a refreshing and satisfying meal. This Latin American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, orange juice, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1/3 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 3 tbsp honey
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup long grain white rice
• 2 cups water
• 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tsp lime zest

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup lime juice, 3 tbsp honey, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts in a resealable bag and pour marinade over. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to 4 hours.
2. Step 2: While chicken marinates, rinse 1 cup long grain white rice under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium pot, bring 2 cups water to a boil, add rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
3. Step 3: Remove rice from heat and fluff with a fork. Stir in 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro and 1 tsp lime zest, then cover to keep warm.
4. Step 4: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and chicken is golden with nice grill marks.
5. Step 5: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve sliced chicken over cilantro lime rice for a bright and flavorful meal.