Chili Lime Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, about 8 thighs
- ½ cup (121 g) lime juice, fresh or store-bought
- ¼ cup (85 g) honey
- 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
Instructions
- To a large bowl, add chicken, lime juice, honey, cilantro, garlic, chili powder, cumin, onion powder, salt, and cayenne.
- Mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes, up to 4 hours.
- When ready, preheat oven to 400°F*.
- To a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, add oil.
- Once hot, add the chicken, reserving the excess marinade.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown.
- The chicken will not be fully cooked at this time.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- While the chicken is cooking, to a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the reserved marinade.
- Bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes, or until the marinade thickens and becomes sticky.
- Brush the marinade over the cooked chicken.
- Serve warm.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Marinating Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes