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Chili Lime Chicken

A quick and delicious recipe for Chili Lime Chicken marinated in a zesty mixture of lime juice, honey, and spices that your whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup fresh lime juice Do not use bottled lime juice
  • 1/4 cup honey Local honey preferred for better flavor
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder Use a good quality brand
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Optional
  • 1 teaspoon salt Sea salt is preferred
  • 1 teaspoon pepper Freshly ground is ideal
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix together lime juice, honey, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully covered, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (1 hour preferred).
Cooking
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear marinated chicken thighs for about 4-5 minutes on each side until browned.
  3. Transfer chicken to a baking dish and pour reserved marinade over the top.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, monitoring to avoid overcooking.
  5. Remove from the oven and brush the chicken with the marinade glaze before serving.

Notes

Marinating overnight enhances the flavor. Use a thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F (74°C). Leftover marinade can be used in a salad or stir-fry.