Meal Prep Essential : Viral Honey Lime Chicken

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar syrup

Agave syrup has a lower glycemic index than honey.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Coconut aminos is a soy-free alternative.

chicken breasts

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: drumsticks

Drumsticks are usually more affordable and flavorful.

Trim off any excess fat from the chicken thighs and place them in a bowl.

Season the chicken thighs with 1 tbsp paprika, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp coriander, and 1 tsp salt. Crush in about 4 cloves of garlic and ensure the thighs are well coated.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

In a separate bowl, mix together 3 tbsp olive oil (or macadamia oil), juice of 1 lime, 2 tbsp honey, 2 tsp sugar (or stevia), 1/2 tsp salt, a generous handful of cilantro, 1/2 chopped red chili, and 1 tsp chili flakes to create the marinade.

Marinate the chicken thighs using only 2/3 of the marinade. If time allows, marinate for about 30 minutes; otherwise, proceed to cooking immediately.

Cook the marinated chicken thighs in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes until cooked through.

Turn on the grill mode in the oven to add a golden and slightly charred look to the chicken.

Glaze the chicken with the leftover marinade for extra shine and flavor.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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