Close up photo of sweet and spicy chicken with limes and cashews

Dinner

Sweet and Spicy Chicken

4 Servings

Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 20–25 minutes | Inactive Time: 2 hours

Diet Style

GF
KF
LF

Tools You'll Need

  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated and peeled
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce (or Tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 lime, zested and juiced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce (or your favorite chili/hot sauce)
  • Freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup roasted unsalted cashews, roughly chopped (optional)*
  • 1 teaspoon fresh mint, chopped (optional)

Directions

  1. Whisk

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all ingredients, except nuts and mint.

  2. Add chicken

    Add chicken to bowl and toss until chicken is fully coated and covered with marinade.

  3. Marinate

    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2–6 hours.

  4. Preheat grill

    Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.

  5. Grill chicken

    Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 10–12 minutes per side until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 165º.

  6. Garnish and serve

    Remove from grill, place on serving platter, and garnish with nuts and mint if you choose.

Chef Gary in YMCA chef uniform

Chef's Note:

*You can also substitute peanuts for cashews. To make this recipe gluten-free, use a gluten-free soy sauce such as Tamari. For a well-balanced plate, serve with a side of steamed broccoli.

Nutrition Info

Per Each Serving

  • Calories

    557

  • Fat

    23g

  • Protein

    77g

  • Saturated Fat

    5g

  • Total Carbs

    8g

  • Fiber

    1g

  • Sugar

    9g

  • Sodium

    619mg

  • Cholestrol

    363mg