Description
Deliciously zesty Chili Lime Chicken marinated in lime, honey, and spices for a flavor explosion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Chicken Thighs
- Juice of 2 Limes
- 2 Tablespoons Honey
- 2 Cloves Garlic, Minced
- 1 Teaspoon Chili Powder
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a bowl or resealable bag. Whisk together lime juice, honey, garlic, chili powder, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring even coating. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat Your Cooking Surface: For grilling, preheat to medium-high heat (375°F). For baking, heat oven to 425°F.
- Cook the Chicken: If grilling, place chicken directly on the grill. Grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F). If baking, place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Let it Rest: Once cooked, remove chicken from heat and let rest for 5 minutes for juiciness.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice if desired, serve on a colorful platter with garnishes.
Notes
For added flavor, baste the chicken with leftover marinade while cooking. Experiment with different oils or additional spices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: chicken, chili lime, grilling recipes, easy dinner, summer recipes