Description
Chili Lime Grilled Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together the zesty brightness of fresh lime juice and the subtle heat of chili. Perfect for summer barbecues, family dinners, or quick weeknight meals, this recipe is a true crowd-pleaser. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, you’ll enjoy juicy, marinated chicken bursting with flavor. Serve it alongside your favorite sides or in tacos for a delightful meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 to 2½ lbs skin-on chicken thighs
- ½ cup fresh lime juice
- 3 teaspoons fresh lime zest
- ¼ 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 pat dry the chicken thighs. Remove bones while keeping the skin intact.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, cilantro, jalapeños, garlic, honey, salt, and chili powder until combined.
- Coat the chicken in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight for maximum flavor).
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil it to prevent sticking.
- Grill each chicken thigh for about 5–7 minutes per side or until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg