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Spicy Honey Chicken

Spicy Honey Chicken

Spice up your dinner with Spicy Honey Chicken. A perfect blend of sweet honey, tangy lime, and sriracha heat. Easy to make and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.13 kg boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into 5 cm pieces
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
  • 1 lime wedges for serving
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 6 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest zest of one lime
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice from 1-2 limes
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon cornstarch optional, to thicken the marinade

Equipment

  • Grill or Cast Iron Skillet
  • Whisk
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Measuring Spoons and Cups
  • Wooden Skewers (optional)

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, lime zest, lime juice, garlic, ginger, oil, sriracha, and salt until smooth.
  2. Pour half of the marinade into a resealable bag or container and add the chicken pieces. Seal it and shake well to coat the chicken evenly. Let it sit for 30 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate for 6-12 hours.
  3. Set aside the remaining marinade for basting later. If you want a thicker glaze, mix in cornstarch and microwave it for about a minute.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat or heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high with a splash of oil.
  5. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers and pat them dry with paper towels. Discard the used marinade. Lightly brush the chicken with oil and grill for 9-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp of 71°C or 160°F). Baste with the reserved glaze during the last few minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 29gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 470mgSugar: 10gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, marinate the chicken overnight without lime juice and add it before cooking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or can be frozen for up to 2 months.
Serve garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for extra flavor.
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