Description
Savor the deliciousness of Irresistible Grilled Spicy Honey Lime Chicken for Your Grill Night, the ultimate dish for summer gatherings. This recipe artfully balances the sweet zing of honey and lime with a satisfying spicy kick, making it perfect for BBQs, family dinners, or casual hangouts. With easy preparation and bold flavors, this grilled chicken will impress your guests and elevate your outdoor dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tbsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate: In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, chili powder, minced garlic, olive oil, and salt. Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high.
- Grill Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and let excess drip off. Grill each side for 5–7 minutes until grill marks appear and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Serve: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. Garnish with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 228
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 295mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 90mg