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Tangy Honey Lime Chicken

Tangy, Baked Honey Lime Chicken is a delicious meal that features all white meat, bite-sized chicken pieces coated in a delicious, sweet and tangy sauce. This dish is delicious when served over white rice, mashed potatoes, or french fries.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
2 days
Total Time2 days 30 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: honey lime chicken, lime chicken
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 595cal
Cost: $5

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs white meat chicken cubed
  • 2 tbsps. freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1/2 cup fresh honey
  • 1 tsp. fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tbsps. apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp. soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp. sesame oil
  • 2 tbsps. Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsps. cornstarch
  • 2 tbsps water
  • 1 tbsp. sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Add lime juice, honey, ginger, vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and spices in a large bowl.
  • Place chicken in the bowl with the marinade and cover it tightly. Place in the fridge to marinade for at least 2 hours. You can marinade it for up to 24 hours if you want.
  • Once marinated, preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and place chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet bake for 15-18 minutes.
  • Add marinade, water, and cornstarch to a sauce pan and bring to a boil.
  • Add cooked marinade to chicken, and place in a baking dish. Broil for 5 minutes or until edges are slightly brown and caramelized.
  • Add sesame seeds garnish to chicken and serve over your favorite side.

Notes

Nutritional values are meant to be a guide and may vary.
Store all leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.  

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 595cal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 128mg | Sodium: 475mg | Potassium: 432mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 238IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 3mg