Honey Jalapeno Chicken Tenders

By CandyH

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup honey
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 jalapeño peppers, chopped (see note above about seeds)
• 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 pounds chicken tenders
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Sour Cream for serving

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat the grill to high and oil the grill rack.

Whisk together the honey, soy sauce, oil, garlic, jalapeños, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken in the marinade and let stand for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours.

Grill the chicken until well browned and cooked through, 2-3 minutes per side. Serve sprinkled with cilantro with sour cream on the side.

Serves 6-8