Chili Lime Grilled Chicken
Chili Lime Grilled Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that elevates your grilling game. Perfect for summer barbecues and quick dinners alike, this recipe features juicy chicken thighs marinated in a zesty blend of fresh lime juice, garlic, and chopped jalapeños. The result is a tender, smoky chicken bursting with tangy flavors that will impress family and friends. Serve it in salads, tacos, or alongside your favorite sides for a delicious meal that’s both healthy and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 – 2 1/2 lbs. skin on chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 3 teaspoons fresh lime zest
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped finely)
- 2 jalapeño (chopped finely)
- 4 cloves garlic (chopped finely)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (or to taste)
Instructions
- Rinse chicken thighs under cool water, remove bones while keeping skin intact, and pat dry.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, chopped cilantro, jalapeños, garlic, honey, salt, and chili powder until well combined.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade and stir until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight for deeper flavor).
- Preheat the grill over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates.
- Grill marinated chicken thighs for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Serve immediately for maximum flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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