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Honey Lime Baked Chicken Thighs Recipe

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This Honey Lime Chicken recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken thighs marinated in a zesty blend of honey, lime juice, garlic, and a hint of cayenne pepper. Baked to perfection and finished under the broiler for a charred, flavorful skin, it’s a quick and delicious meal ideal for busy weeknights or casual dinners.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1 lb (500g) chicken thighs, deboned, skin-on

Marinade

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 3 dashes cayenne pepper
  • 1 big pinch salt

Garnish

  • Parsley, chopped
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (207°C) to prepare it for baking the chicken thighs evenly.
  2. Prepare the chicken: Rub the minced garlic over the chicken thighs thoroughly using your hands. Combine honey, soy sauce, lime juice, cayenne pepper, and salt with the chicken and mix well so every piece is coated with the marinade.
  3. Arrange on baking sheet: Transfer the marinated chicken along with the sauce onto a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Cover the chicken with another sheet of aluminum foil to keep it from burning during baking.
  4. Bake the chicken: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked through. During baking, if the sauce collects at the bottom, spoon it over the chicken to enhance flavor and moisture.
  5. Broil for charred skin: Remove the top foil and broil the chicken for 1 minute or until the skin becomes nicely charred and crispy for added texture.
  6. Garnish and serve: Take the chicken out of the oven, sprinkle chopped parsley on top, and squeeze fresh lime wedges over the chicken to add brightness. Serve immediately for best taste.

Notes

  • Doubling the marinade quantity will create a more saucy dish.
  • Using skin-on chicken thighs enhances flavor and crispiness during broiling.
  • Adjust cayenne pepper to control the spice level according to your preference.
  • Covering with foil during baking prevents burning but removing it during broiling helps crisp the skin.

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