Honey-Lime Chicken with Crisp Sesame Seeds
Juicy chicken pieces coated in a zesty honey-lime glaze and topped with crunchy sesame seeds for a satisfying texture contrast. This Asian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, lime, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz, boneless and skinless chicken thighs
- 1, zested and juiced lime
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
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Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 12 oz boneless skinless chicken thighs dry, then season with 1 tsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp lime zest.
- Step 2: Whisk remaining 1 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, and 2 tbsp lime juice in a bowl. Pour over chicken, coating evenly.
- Step 3: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add chicken, and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C). Sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds before serving.
