Description
Chili Lime Chicken made with a fresh lime marinade, bold spices, and a sweet glaze. Perfect for grilling or baking as an easy dinner recipe.
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.
2. Add the chicken and coat well in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Remove chicken from the marinade, reserving extra marinade for glazing.
5. Sear chicken for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
6. Transfer to the oven and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
7. Meanwhile, simmer the reserved marinade in a small saucepan for 5–10 minutes until slightly thickened.
8. Brush the glaze over the cooked chicken before serving.
9. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
Do not marinate overnight due to citrus acidity.
Always cook to 165°F internal temperature.
Let chicken rest before slicing for juicier results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Bake or Grill
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Chili Lime Chicken, Zesty grilled chicken, Fresh lime marinade, Easy dinner recipe, Baked chili chicken