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.
Servings 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.