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Creative Grilled Chicken Collection (Honey Sriracha, Lemon Herb, Bourbon BBQ)

Creative grilled chicken collection featuring three bold marinades—honey sriracha, lemon herb, and bourbon BBQ—for juicy, evenly cooked chicken. Grill to 165°F, then glaze in the final minutes for sticky flavor and a caramelized surface.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
marinating 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For Honey Sriracha Chicken
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 0.25 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp sriracha
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
For Lemon Herb Chicken
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 0.25 cup lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
For Bourbon BBQ Chicken
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 0.5 cup BBQ sauce
  • 0.25 cup bourbon
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar

Equipment

  • 1 grill

Method
 

Honey Sriracha Chicken
  1. Whisk honey, sriracha, soy sauce, and minced garlic together until combined. Add chicken breasts, cover, and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight), flipping once if you can.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and place the marinated chicken on the grates. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (no longer pink in the center).
  3. Brush with a little additional honey sriracha glaze during the last few minutes of cooking on each side. Look for a lightly lacquered surface and caramelized edges.
  4. Transfer chicken to a plate and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Slice and serve while the juices redistribute.
Lemon Herb Chicken
  1. Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, fresh herbs, and minced garlic together until combined. Add chicken breasts, cover, and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight), flipping once if you can.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and place the marinated chicken on the grates. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (juices run clear when pierced).
  3. Brush with a bit of extra lemon-herb glaze during the last few minutes of cooking. Watch for a fragrant, golden exterior without burning.
  4. Transfer chicken to a plate and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. The texture should stay juicy and tender for slicing.
Bourbon BBQ Chicken
  1. Stir BBQ sauce, bourbon, and brown sugar together until the sugar dissolves. Add chicken breasts, cover, and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight), flipping once if you can.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and place the marinated chicken on the grates. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (center is fully cooked).
  3. Brush with additional bourbon BBQ glaze during the last few minutes of cooking. Aim for a sticky, darkened glaze that clings to the chicken.
  4. Transfer chicken to a plate and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Slice against the grain for best tenderness.

Notes

Pro tip: For the best grilling outcome, pat chicken lightly before it hits the grill so the glaze caramelizes instead of steaming. Refrigerate cooked chicken in an airtight container for up to 4 days; freeze up to 2 months (thaw overnight in the fridge). For a lighter option, use low-sodium soy sauce and reduce BBQ sauce to 1/3 cup per batch while keeping the same marinating time.