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Coconut Lime Grilled Chicken Thighs

Juicy and flavorful chicken thighs marinated in a zesty coconut lime sauce, perfect for grilling.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Grilled
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ginger powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on for best flavor

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, ginger powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Marinate the Chicken
  1. Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Grill the Chicken
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  2. Grill the chicken thighs for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the skin is crispy.
Serve
  1. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional lime zest or cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 24gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like cilantro or mint to the marinade.

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