This chili citrus chicken thigh recipe was inspired by a friend. She used orange zest and marmalade, but I didn’t have either of those things. And, I’m not a fan of marmalade anyway. I figured lime would do just as well.
The citrus gives it a bit of a tang, the chili garlic sauce
It’s a pretty easy, hands-off recipe. First, you mix the marinade ingredients together in a small bowl. Then, pour the marinade over the chicken, and let it sit for half an hour or so and bake. And that’s just about it. If you’re really in a hurry, you can skip the marinating time, but the flavor improves if you let it sit.
UPDATE: I’ve changed the way I make this. The new method is easier, faster, and yields better results. I’ve increased the cooking temperature, reduced the cooking time, and eliminated the need for an extra pot. And, the chicken ends up with a crisper skin and juicier meat.
Chili Citrus Chicken Thigh Recipe for One Person
Spicy, sweet, tangy chili citrus chicken thigh recipe for one person
Ingredients
- one chicken thigh
- 1/2 tsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp grated lime zest
- 1/2 tsp honey
- 2T olive oil
- 1/4 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp chili garlic sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven 425 degrees.
- Mix everything (except the chicken) together in a small bowl.
- Add the chicken thigh, turn it over to get thoroughly coated, and let it marinate for half an hour.
- Place the chicken on a small roasting pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
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