Description
How to make a juicy Tangy Honey Lime Chicken Delight with zesty lime, sweet honey, and tender chicken that your family will absolutely love.
Ingredients
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- Main Components:
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Aromatics & Liquids:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Tangy Honey Lime Sauce:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from 2–3 limes)
- 1 tablespoon lime zest (from 2–3 limes)
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Garnish:
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prep Chicken: Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Mince garlic and grate fresh ginger. Zest and juice your limes, setting aside the zest. This prep ensures everything is ready for your delicious Tangy Honey Lime Chicken.
- Whisk Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, soy sauce, and cornstarch until smooth. This creates the flavorful base for your Tangy Honey Lime Chicken sauce, ensuring no lumps later.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and slightly caramelized. Don’t overcrowd the pan for best browning.
- Build Sauce: Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet; cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in the whisked honey lime sauce.
- Simmer & Finish: Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then return the chicken to the skillet. Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened beautifully around the Tangy Honey Lime Chicken.
- Garnish & Serve: Remove chicken from heat. Garnish generously with fresh chopped cilantro and toasted sesame seeds. Serve this delightful Tangy Honey Lime Chicken immediately with your favorite sides for a truly satisfying meal.