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Honey Lime Chicken Recipe

Honey Lime Chicken Recipe
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This Honey Lime Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts or thighs glazed with a sweet and tangy honey-lime sauce, complemented by a hint of garlic and a touch of paprika for mild heat. Perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner, it pairs beautifully with rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables and can be easily customized with optional add-ons like jalapeños or sesame seeds.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1½ lb chicken breasts or thighs
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp paprika or chili powder (optional, for mild heat)

Glaze

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • Zest and juice of 1 lime
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Garnish

  • Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish

Optional Add-Ons

  • Sliced jalapeños for heat
  • Sesame seeds for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Prep chicken: Season the chicken breasts or thighs evenly with salt, black pepper, and paprika or chili powder if using. This seasoning step enhances the flavor and balances the sweetness of the glaze.
  2. Cook chicken: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the seasoned chicken pieces in the skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring the chicken is fully cooked and juicy.
  3. Make honey-lime glaze: While the chicken cooks, in a small bowl, whisk together the honey, fresh lime juice, lime zest, and minced garlic. This mixture will create a vibrant, sweet, and tangy glaze that complements the savory chicken.
  4. Glaze chicken: Once the chicken is cooked, pour the honey-lime glaze over the chicken in the pan. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, frequently spooning the glaze over the chicken pieces to coat them evenly without burning the honey.
  5. Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the glazed chicken with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley for a fresh herbal note. Serve the honey lime chicken over rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Flatten thicker chicken pieces slightly for even cooking and consistent texture.
  • Apply the honey-lime glaze at the end of cooking to prevent the honey from burning, which can create bitterness.
  • Double the glaze quantity if you plan to meal prep, as the extra sauce keeps well in the fridge for several days.
  • For extra spice, add sliced jalapeños when glazing or sprinkle sesame seeds for added texture and flavor.
  • Using chicken thighs adds more juiciness and flavor compared to breasts but adjusts cooking time accordingly.

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Keywords: Honey Lime Chicken, Sweet and Tangy Chicken, Quick Dinner, Weeknight Meal, Easy Chicken Recipe, Honey Glazed Chicken

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