Juicy Honey Lime Chicken Thighs in Minutes

Sweet, tangy, and just the right amount of smoky, these honey lime chicken thighs are all about big flavor with minimal effort. The marinade blends fresh lime juice and zest with warm spices, garlic, and a touch of honey for balance. After a quick marinade, the chicken cooks up tender, juicy, and packed with zest in every bite. Whether you throw them on the grill, bake them in the oven, or sear them in a skillet, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for weeknights or gatherings.

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Sweet and Zesty Honey Lime Chicken Thighs

Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a zesty mix of lime, honey, garlic, and spices, then cooked to perfection for a sweet, tangy, and flavorful dish.

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Yields: 5 people

Ingredients

Chicken Marinade

• 10-12 chicken thighs
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tosp salt
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
• 2 garlic cloves grated
• 1 tosp honey
• Freshly cracked black pepper
• Juice & zest of 2 limes

Instructions

Make the Marinade and marinate the chicken

• In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, paprika, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, chili flakes, grated garlic, honey, lime juice, lime zest, and black pepper until well combined.
• Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them thoroughly in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.

Cook the Chicken

• Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and nicely charred.

Serve

• Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra lime wedges or fresh herbs if desired.