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4.86 from 7 votes

Honey Lime Chicken (Easy and Healthy Recipe!)

This Honey Lime Chicken recipe makes a flavor-packed, healthy, and inexpensive meal that the whole family will love!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: American, Asian
Keyword: Honey Lime Chicken
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 433calories
Author: Alia Kay

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken parts (such legs and thighs)
  • Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 3 limes, juiced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
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Instructions

  • Season the chicken on all sides with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • When the oil is hot, add the chicken and cook for about 10 minutes or until golden brown on all sides. Remove the chicken from pan and set aside.
  • In the same pan, add the lime juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger. Stir to combine and heat until bubbling.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes, turning the chicken over occasionally, until the chicken is completely cooked through. The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165ºF using a meat thermometer.
  • Serve warm with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

  1. If possible, I highly recommend using organic, pasture-raised chicken in this recipe.
  2. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to five days or in the freezer for up to three months.

Nutrition

Calories: 433calories | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 116mg | Sodium: 649mg | Potassium: 359mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 233IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 2mg