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Spicy Honey Lime Chicken

Spicy Honey Lime Chicken

The ultimate flavor-packed dish that satisfies your cravings! Spicy Honey Lime Chicken features tender grilled chicken marinated in a sweet and tangy sauce. This easy weeknight dinner will have you wanting more!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1¼ cups Italian dressing
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 Tbsp chili powder
  • 2 to 3 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2.5 to 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken tenders

Equipment

  • Charcoal Chimney Starter
  • Grilling Tongs
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Cast Iron Grill Pan

Method
 

  1. Whisk together Italian dressing, lime juice, honey, chili powder, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
  2. Place boneless skinless chicken tenders in a gallon-sized ziplock bag. Pour marinade over chicken, seal bag, and toss to coat.
  3. Refrigerate chicken for 1 hour to overnight.
  4. Prepare grill to medium-high heat.
  5. Remove chicken from marinade and place on grill. Cook until internal temperature reaches 165ºF, approximately 10 to 12 minutes.
  6. Let chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Can use any cut of chicken: chicken breasts, chicken thighs, or chicken drumsticks.
  • For stovetop cooking: cook the chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes per side.