Description
Chili Honey Lime Chicken Tenders are a mouthwatering fusion of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors that will elevate any meal. These crispy chicken tenders are coated in a luscious glaze of honey, chili powder, and lime juice, creating a delightful flavor experience. Perfect for game nights or family dinners, they’re sure to be a hit with everyone at the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 breasts)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 cup raw honey
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into uniform strips and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together minced garlic, chili powder, honey, lime juice, soy sauce, and smoked paprika until smooth.
- Coat chicken strips in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange marinated chicken on the baking sheet in a single layer; bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
- Drizzle leftover marinade over cooked tenders and garnish with cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tender (113g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg