
Honey Lime Marinated Chicken Thighs
Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and zesty honey-lime sauce, then pan-seared for a quick and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ lbs chicken thighs
(paid link) - ⅓ cup honey
(paid link) - ¼ cup lime juice
(paid link) - 2 tbsp soy sauce
(paid link) - 3 cloves garlic
(paid link) - 2 tbsp olive oil
(paid link) - 1 tsp salt
(paid link) - ½ tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Mince the garlic. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
- 2
In a bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, soy sauce, and minced garlic to create the marinade.
- 3
Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let marinate for at least 10 minutes at room temperature.
10 min
- 4
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (around 375°F).
- 5
Remove chicken from marinade, reserving any leftover marinade. Sear chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
5 min
- 6
Remove chicken from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes. While chicken rests, pour reserved marinade into the skillet. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened.
5 min
- 7
Slice chicken thighs and drizzle with the thickened sauce.