Spicy Garlic Lime Chicken Thighs

Spicy Garlic Lime Chicken Thighs

This quick and easy recipe for Spicy Garlic Lime Chicken Thighs will tantalize your taste buds! This delectable dish is packed with flavor, thanks to a mouthwatering marinade made with paprika, chili powder, and a touch of honey. The result is a smoky-sweet chicken that will please everyone at the table. And since it's baked in the oven, it's a healthier option than fried chicken.

Ingredients

3lb
Boneless, Skin-On Chicken Thighs
4
Limes, zested, juiced
4Tbsp
Honey
4cloves
Garlic, minced
2tsp
Ground Black Pepper
2tsp
Salt
1tsp
Chili Powder
2Tbsp
Paprika
1Tbsp
ChoppedFresh Cilantrooptional
Nutrition Per Serving
Calories
519
Fat
14.4 g
Protein
68.0 g
Carbs
24.7 g

Cooking Instructions

step 1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

step 2

In a small bowl, combine the zest and juice of the Lime Zest (4), Honey (4 Tbsp), Garlic (4 cloves), Ground Black Pepper (2 tsp), Salt (2 tsp), Chili Powder (1 tsp), and Paprika (2 Tbsp).

step 3

Coat the Chicken (3 lb) evenly in the marinade.

step 4

Place on a rimmed baking sheet for 25 minutes until cooked through. Make sure the chicken reaches 165 degrees F (75 degrees C) on a meat thermometer or until the juices run clear from the thigh.

step 5

Serve with Fresh Cilantro (1 Tbsp) on top.