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Spicy Honey Lime Chicken

A flavorful and zesty chicken dish marinated in a spicy honey lime sauce, perfect for grilling or baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: grilled, Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1/4 cup honey preferably raw or organic
  • 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, soy sauce, sriracha, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  2. Reserve 1/4 cup of the marinade for basting later.
Marinate the Chicken
  1. Place the chicken in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken.
  2. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the used marinade.
  3. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  4. Baste the chicken with the reserved marinade during the last few minutes of cooking.
Serve
  1. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  2. Serve with lime wedges and your choice of sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSugar: 12g

Notes

For a spicier kick, add more sriracha or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the marinade.

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