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Spicy Honey Chicken

Spicy Honey Chicken

Spice up your dinner with Spicy Honey Chicken, a sweet and tangy dish ready in under an hour. Perfect for grilling or baking indoors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1130 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into 5 cm pieces
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 6 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp lime zest about 1 lime
  • 3 tbsp fresh lime juice 1–2 limes
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger about 3 cm
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp cornstarch (optional) for thickening

Equipment

  • Grill or stovetop pan
  • Skewers
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 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, then add the chicken pieces and shake to coat evenly. Marinate for 30 minutes or chill overnight.
  3. Set aside the remaining marinade for glazing later and mix in cornstarch if a thicker glaze is desired. Microwave for about a minute.
  4. Lightly oil the grill or stovetop pan to prevent sticking. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if using.
  5. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers, pat dry, and brush lightly with oil. Grill over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until cooked through (internal temperature of 71°C), basting with glaze during the last few minutes.
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before sprinkling with fresh cilantro and squeezing lime juice over the top. Drizzle with leftover glaze and serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Feel free to substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts, adjusting the cooking time as needed. You can use hot sauce or red pepper flakes if sriracha is unavailable. For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage. Reheat gently in a skillet and drizzle with extra glaze for flavor. To add a smoky flavor, consider using wood chips on your grill before cooking.
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