Honey Lime Chicken
Honey Lime Chicken
Ingrediënten
- 4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 7 or 8 chicken thighs depending on skillet size
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Green onions chopped
- 1 lime sliced (for garnish only)
Instructies
- In a small bowl, combine lime juice, honey, and soy sauce.
- Season the chicken thighs with 1/2 teaspoon of salt thoroughly, including under the skin.
- In a 12-inch skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken thighs, skin side down, and cook for about 5 minutes until the chicken skin side gets nicely browned.
- Turn the chicken so that the skin sides are up, and add the lime-honey mixture to the skillet.
- Reduce heat to low; cover and cook for 14 to 18 minutes longer or until done (chicken should register 180 degrees F on an instant thermometer).
- While cooking, covered, chicken thighs will release their own juices as well.
- Transfer chicken to plates.
- Drizzle chicken with pan juices.
- Top with chopped green onions and serve with lime slices.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Wine Advice:
Pair this honey lime chicken with a crisp and fruity white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Riesling. The wine’s acidity will complement the citrusy flavors of the dish, while its fruity notes will balance out the sweetness from the honey. Enjoy!
Nutritional Information
Calories: 300 kcal | Carbohydrates: 8 g | Protein: 20 g | Fat: 20 g | Fiber: 0.5 g | Sugar: 7 g
