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photo of honey lime chicken thighs all sticky and delicious in a casserole dish
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Honey Lime Chicken

Zesty, tangy, sweet sticky chicken for any delicious weeknight meal! Honey Lime Chicken is loaded with sweet and savory flavors and is just so perfectly tender yet crispy.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Additional Time15 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Chicken Main Dishes
Cuisine: Chinese
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 368kcal
Author: Julia

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Blend the ingredients for the honey lime marinade in a small blender (such as a nutribullet or magic bullet) or stir them together in a small bowl or measuring cup. If the honey isn’t dissolving easily, microwave the marinade for 30 seconds, or until the honey mixes into it easily.
    marinade blended up in a magic bullet blender
  • Transfer the raw chicken thighs to a zip lock bag and pour in the marinade. Seal the bag and marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour, ideally 3 to 8 hours.
    zip lock bag with raw chicken thighs and honey lime marinade inside.
  • When you’re ready to bake the chicken, preheat the oven to 420 degrees Fahrenheit. Transfer the marinated chicken thighs, along with the marinade, to a large casserole dish in a single layer.
    Chicken with marinade in a casserole dish, ready to go into the oven.
  • Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 160 degrees F. Check the temperature by inserting an instant read thermometer into the thickest part of the thighs. Baste the chicken in the marinade, spooning the juices over the chicken until the tops are well-saturated.
    Basting the chicken thighs with juices from the pan
  • Change your oven to the High Broil setting and broil the chicken on the shelf that is second closest to the top (not the very top shelf) for 5 to 8 minutes, or until crispy. Be careful to keep a close watch on the chicken, as honey has a tendency to burn easily. The exact cooking time will vary based on the size of the chicken thighs and their temperature going into the oven.
    Close up image of a juicy chicken thigh fresh out of the oven.
  • Once the chicken is out of the oven, spoon the juices over it again and serve with your choice of side dishes.

Notes

*Use coconut aminos for a soy-free option, or use soy sauce or tamari if you prefer.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Thigh (of 8) | Calories: 368kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 17g | Sugar: 13g