Chili Lime Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
about 6-8 thighs
- ½ cup lime juice
121 g
- ¼ cup honey
85 g
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons garlic
minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Directions
- 1
To a large bowl, add lime juice, honey, cilantro, garlic, chili powder, cumin, onion powder, salt, and cayenne. Mix well. Add chicken. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes, up to 4 hours.
- 2
When ready, preheat oven to 400°F*.
- 3
To a large oven-safe skillet over medium to medium-high heat, add oil. Once hot, add the chicken, reserving the excess marinade. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until the chicken begins to brown. It will not be fully cooked at this time.
- 4
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- 5
While the chicken is cooking, to a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the reserved marinade. Bring to a boil.
- 6
Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes, or until the marinade thickens and becomes sticky.
- 7
Brush the marinade over the cooked chicken. Serve warm.
Chili Lime Chicken
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About this Recipe
Craving chicken that's bursting with vibrant flavor and stays incredibly juicy? This Chili Lime Chicken recipe delivers on all fronts, transforming simple chicken thighs into a weeknight favorite meal. The magic lies in a clever two-stage approach: a flavorful marinade infuses the chicken with bright lime, sweet honey, and aromatic spices. A portion of this mixture is then reserved and reduced into a sticky, irresistible glaze, ensuring every bite of chicken is tender and packed with flavor, from the inside out. You can expect a truly satisfying meal with this Chili Lime Chicken. The chicken thighs emerge from the oven beautifully seared on the outside, with a slight caramelized stickiness from the honey-lime glaze. Inside, they remain exceptionally tender and juicy. The blend of zesty lime, rich honey, a warming chili powder and cumin, and a subtle kick from cayenne offers a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and subtly spicy notes that awaken the palate. This is a robustly flavored dish that feels both comforting and exciting. Want to adjust the heat level? Feel free to reduce or omit the cayenne pepper for a milder dish, or add a pinch more for an extra kick if you like things spicier. If you're not a fan of cilantro, it can be easily left out without compromising the core flavors. While the recipe specifies boneless skinless chicken thighs for their juicy results, you could experiment with other cuts, being mindful of their different cooking times. This Chili Lime Chicken makes a fantastic main course for a casual dinner or a flavorful component for meal prepping lunches throughout the week. Serve it alongside fluffy rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp green salad to round out your meal and savor its vibrant flavors.