Honey Garlic and Lime Chicken Recipe

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar

Agave syrup has a lower glycemic index than honey.

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken thighs

Chicken breast is leaner, while bone-in thighs can be less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos offer a similar flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola oil is often cheaper.

Start by heating a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil.

Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides, and add them to the pan once it's heated.

While the chicken thighs are browning on the first side, prepare the sauce by measuring honey into a small bowl and adding sriracha to taste.

Add the pressed garlic to the honey and sriracha mixture. Zest the two limes and add the zest to the mixture, then squeeze in the lime juice.

Whisk everything together and set it aside.

Flip the chicken thighs to brown on the other side until almost completely cooked through.

Turn the heat down slightly and add the sauce to the pan, basting the chicken thighs with the sauce as they continue to cook.

Ensure the chicken thighs reach an internal temperature of 165 Fahrenheit before removing the pan from heat.

Let the chicken rest in the pan off the heat for about 5 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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