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Cajun Honey Lime Chicken
A 30-minute Cajun honey lime chicken with a sweet-heat glaze that comes together in one skillet.
RECIPE AT A GLANCE
15
min
Active Time
25
min
Total Time
4
SERVINGS
Stovetop
METHOD
Why It Works
The honey-lime glaze reduces in the same pan for big flavor with no extra dishes. Searing first gives the chicken color before the sauce goes sticky.
Quick Fixes
Glaze too thin: simmer an extra minute to thicken.
Too sweet: add another squeeze of lime.
Ingredients
Protein
Seasoning
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Sauce
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Topping
• lime wedges, for serving
How to Make It
1
Pat chicken dry and season with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and salt.
2
Whisk honey, lime juice, lime zest, and garlic in a small bowl.
3
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 4 to 5 minutes per side until cooked through, then transfer to a plate.
4
Reduce heat to medium and pour in the honey-lime mixture. Simmer 2 minutes, then swirl in butter until glossy.
5
Return chicken and turn to coat in the glaze.
6
Scatter with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Store
Store in an airtight container up to 3 days.
Reheat
Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of water to loosen the glaze.
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Avo's Tip
Zest the lime before juicing it — the zest carries most of the bright flavor.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you start cooking.
• Breasts or thighs?
Thighs stay juicy under the sweet glaze, but cutlets from breasts work and cook faster.
• What goes well alongside?
Serve over rice or with roasted veggies to soak up the glaze.
• Can I make it spicier?
Add cayenne or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the glaze.
Cajun Honey Lime Chicken
Ingredients
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1½ lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
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1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 tablespoons honey
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2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
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1 teaspoon lime zest
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
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lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
1
Pat chicken dry and season with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and salt.
2
Whisk honey, lime juice, lime zest, and garlic in a small bowl.
3
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 4 to 5 minutes per side until cooked through, then transfer to a plate.
4
Reduce heat to medium and pour in the honey-lime mixture. Simmer 2 minutes, then swirl in butter until glossy.
5
Return chicken and turn to coat in the glaze.
6
Scatter with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
15
min
active
25
min
total
4
servings
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