Chicken Thighs with Lime and Honey Oamc
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with these zesty and succulent Chicken Thighs with Lime and Honey, a make-ahead marvel perfect for busy schedules (OAMC: Once-A-Month Cooking). This recipe combines tender chicken thighs with a tangy-sweet marinade made from freshly squeezed lime juice, golden honey, soy sauce, and a hint of garlic, delivering bold, tropical flavors that sing. Optional paprika adds a subtle smoky kick, while a quick broil at the end caramelizes the glaze to perfection. Whether baked fresh or prepared in advance for the freezer, this dish is as versatile as it is delicious. Serve these juicy lime-glazed chicken thighs with rice, a crisp green salad, or roasted vegetables for an impressive yet effortless meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on or boneless as preferred)
- 4 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest (from one lime)
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (optional for spice)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, lime zest, honey, soy sauce, garlic, olive oil, paprika (if using), salt, and black pepper to form the marinade.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in a large resealable plastic bag or an airtight container.
Pour the marinade over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are evenly coated. Seal the bag or container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
If planning to freeze (OAMC), label a freezer-safe bag with the recipe name and cooking instructions. Place the chicken thighs and marinade in the bag, remove as much air as possible, seal tightly, and freeze. Thaw completely before cooking when ready to use.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). If you have frozen the chicken, ensure it is thawed and brought to room temperature.
Transfer the marinated chicken thighs to a baking dish, skin-side up if using skin-on thighs. Discard any excess marinade.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). If desired, broil on high for 2-3 minutes at the end to crisp up the skin or achieve a caramelized glaze.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired, and serve with your favorite side dishes such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
623 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.6 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 225 mg | 75% | |
| Sodium | 972 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 49.7 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 37 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 653 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
