Spicy Honey Lime Chicken Thighs

• servings: 4 servings
• active time: 15 minutes
• total time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (see notes for breasts)

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tsp EACH chili powder, paprika, salt

½ tsp EACH ground cumin, onion powder, garlic powder

¼ teaspoon pepper

1/4-1/3 cup honey (depending on the sweetness you prefer)

3 tablespoons lime juice

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce

1/2 tablespoon Dijon

1-2 teaspoons Sriracha

Directions

Whisk together all of the Spice Rub seasonings in a small bowl. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels then evenly season both sides of the chicken.

Whisk together all of the Honey Lime Sauce ingredients in medium bowl; set aside.

Heat the olive oil in a large NON-STICK skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs in a single layer and sear until golden brown on each side, about 2-3 minutes.

Whisk the Honey Lime Sauce again to recombine then add to the chicken. Reduce heat to medium, and cook until the chicken is cooked through (thighs reach 175F, chicken breasts 165F on an instant read thermometer) turning the chicken and stirring the sauce occasionally, about 5 minutes. If the chicken is done and you would like a thicker/more caramelized sauce, remove the chicken to a plate and continue to simmer the sauce.

Garnish the chicken with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve with freshly squeezed limes if you would like it tangier/less sweet and additional Sriracha or red pepper flakes for spicier. Serve with rice, mashed potatoes or in tacos, bowls, wraps, salads, etc.