Description
A delightful harmony of sweet honey and tangy lime creates a mouthwatering Lime Honey Chicken that transforms any meal into a culinary celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs, skin-on, bone-in
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Coat the chicken thighs generously in the marinade and let them sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat Your Grill or Skillet: Heat over medium-high heat until hot.
- Cook the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken thighs on the grill or skillet, cooking for 6–7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Garnish & Serve: Take the chicken off the heat, sprinkle with fresh cilantro and enjoy.
Notes
Marinate overnight for deeper flavors. Serve with sides like cilantro lime rice or grilled vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg