Sautéed Garlic-Lime Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli

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Juicy chicken thighs marinated in garlic and lime, pan-seared to golden perfection and paired with tender roasted broccoli. This whole30 (gluten free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs fresh lime juice, garlic cloves, minced, extra virgin olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 380 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs with 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Step 2: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 4 cups broccoli florets with 2 tbsp olive oil and 1/2 tsp paprika, spreading evenly on a baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes until tender and slightly crispy at edges.
  3. Step 3: While broccoli roasts, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 6-7 minutes until skin is golden and crisp. Flip and cook another 6-7 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. Step 4: Remove chicken from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve alongside the roasted broccoli.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Garlic-Lime Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Sautéed Garlic-Lime Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep fresh lime juice from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Garlic-Lime Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Sautéed Garlic-Lime Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Sautéed Garlic-Lime Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli whole30?

Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, gluten free, dairy free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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