Grilled Honey-Lime Chicken

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 1
Juicy and Flavorful Grilled Honey-Lime Chicken Recipe
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

16 min

Ready In

26 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup honey
1 cup olive oil
1/2 cup lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons salt
1 medium hot green chili pepper , finely diced
6 cloves garlic , minced
8 boneless skinless chicken thighs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
459
Sugar
51g
Fat
27g
Grilled Honey-Lime Chicken is a mouth-watering dish that combines sweet and zesty flavors to create a tantalizing main course. This recipe is perfect for summertime when the weather is warm and outdoor barbecues are the norm. The marinade is a simple yet flavorful combination of honey, lime, and spices that makes the chicken juicy and tender. When grilled to perfection, the chicken is crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. This recipe is a great way to add variety to your typical chicken recipes and impress your family and friends with your grilling skills.

Instructions

1.Pre-heat the grill to medium-high setting.
2.In a large bowl, whisk honey, olive oil, lime juice, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, green chili pepper, and garlic to make the marinade.
3.Add chicken thighs into the large bowl with the marinade and toss until the chicken is well coated.
4.Place chicken thighs on the grill grates and grill for about 7-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.
5.Once the chicken is done, remove from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

PROS

This recipe is easy to make and yields succulent and flavorful chicken that is perfect for a backyard barbecue or a quick weeknight dinner.
The honey-lime marinade is the highlight of the dish, giving the chicken a sweet and tangy flavor that is hard to resist.
Chicken thighs are used in this recipe because they are more flavorful and tender than chicken breasts.
The recipe is also gluten-free and can be made Paleo-friendly with a few tweaks.

CONS

While chicken is a versatile and popular protein choice, it is high in cholesterol and saturated fat.
This recipe involves grilling which can potentially create carcinogenic compounds in the meat.
To reduce the level of carcinogens, marinate the chicken for longer periods of time, use leaner cuts of chicken meat, and avoid charring the meat.
The recipe calls for cayenne pepper which can be spicy, so it may not be suitable for everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken meat is an excellent source of protein which helps in building and repairing muscles, tissues, and cells. It also contains essential nutrients like B vitamins and minerals such as phosphorus and selenium. The honey-lime marinade is a great source of vitamin C, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory properties which help boost the immune system and fight infections. The green chili peppers in the marinade can also help to boost metabolism and burn calories.

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