Chili Lime Chicken Thighs (Print-Friendly Format)
Zesty chicken thighs marinated with lime, honey, and spices, seared and baked for a sticky, flavorful finish.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Main
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900 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs (approximately 6-8 pieces)
→ Marinade and Glaze
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121 g freshly squeezed or bottled lime juice
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85 g honey
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2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
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2 tablespoons garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon chili powder
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1 tablespoon ground cumin
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1 tablespoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
# How to Make It:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine lime juice, honey, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, onion powder, kosher salt, and cayenne pepper. Mix thoroughly to create a uniform marinade.
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Add chicken thighs to the bowl and coat evenly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 20 minutes, or up to 4 hours for enhanced flavor.
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Preheat the oven to 200°C. Heat vegetable oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade, reserving excess liquid. Sear chicken thighs for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Chicken will not be fully cooked.
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Transfer the skillet with chicken to the preheated oven. Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 74°C.
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While the chicken bakes, pour the reserved marinade into a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 5–10 minutes until thickened and glossy.
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Remove chicken from the oven and brush the thickened glaze over the cooked thighs. Serve warm.
# Additional Information:
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For best results, allow chicken to marinate up to 4 hours to enhance tenderness and flavor.
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Ensure the marinade is boiled before use as a glaze to eliminate any potential bacteria from raw poultry.
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Air fryer method: Cook marinated thighs at 193°C for 14–16 minutes, flipping halfway, ensuring an internal temperature of 74°C.
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Grill method: Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill chicken 6–8 minutes per side or until cooked through, basting with the thickened marinade during the final minutes.