Description
Chili Lime Grilled Chicken is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that elevates any summer gathering. The zesty combination of lime and chili gives the chicken a deliciously spicy kick, making it perfect for barbecues, family dinners, or meal prep. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also impressively satisfying. Marinated to perfection and grilled until tender, each bite delivers a burst of freshness that will keep your guests coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 – 2 1/2 lbs. skin-on chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 3 teaspoons lime zest
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 jalapeños (finely chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- Rinse and dry the chicken thighs thoroughly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, cilantro, jalapeños, garlic, honey, salt, and chili powder. Whisk until smooth.
- Add chicken to the marinade and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and brush with olive oil.
- Grill the marinated chicken for about 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For maximum flavor, consider marinating the chicken overnight. Adjust the spiciness by varying the amount of jalapeño used in the marinade.