Description
Chili Lime Grilled Chicken is a must-try dish that brings together the vibrant flavors of zesty lime and spicy chili, creating a deliciously tender chicken experience. Perfect for summer barbecues, family gatherings, or quick weeknight dinners, this recipe features a marinade that infuses every bite with freshness and boldness. With minimal prep time and easy grilling instructions, you can enjoy this flavorful dish in just about 30 minutes. Serve it in tacos, salads, or as part of a rice bowl to elevate any meal. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delightful grilled chicken!
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 (finely chopped)
- 2 jalapeños (finely chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken thighs under cold water and pat dry.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, cilantro, jalapeños, garlic, honey, salt, and chili powder until well combined.
- Place the chicken thighs in the marinade and stir gently to coat evenly. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat your grill over medium-high heat. Brush lightly with oil.
- Grill the marinated chicken for approximately 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and charred.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (113g)
- Calories: 233
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg