Description
Chili Lime Chicken is a deliciously vibrant dish that combines zesty lime, sweet honey, and a medley of spices to create a mouthwatering marinade for juicy chicken thighs. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. With its bold flavors and simple preparation, it is sure to impress your family and friends. Serve it as a standalone dish or incorporate it into tacos, salads, or rice bowls for versatile meal options. Enjoy this flavorful chicken in under an hour!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- ½ cup lime juice
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix lime juice, honey, cilantro, garlic, chili powder, cumin, onion powder, salt, and cayenne. Add the chicken thighs and coat well. Marinate for at least 20 minutes or up to 4 hours.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Heat vegetable oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for about 2–3 minutes on each side until browned.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 8–10 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- While baking, simmer the reserved marinade in a saucepan until thickened (about 5–10 minutes). Brush this glaze over the chicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg