Description
A combination of spicy, sweet, and tangy, this dish features marinated chicken grilled to perfection with a delightful glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Combine honey, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Add chicken and coat well. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, until fully cooked.
- Let rest for a few minutes, then slice.
- Serve with chopped cilantro if desired.
Notes
For a vegan alternative, use tofu or tempeh. Marinate overnight for deeper flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: grilled chicken, spicy chicken, honey lime chicken, weeknight meal, family favorite