Hot Honey Chicken (Printable Version)
Spicy hot honey chicken paired with zesty lime-sprinkled corn salad. Quick, fresh, and perfect for any meal!
# Ingredients:
→ Hot Honey Chicken
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1 tsp grated lemon peel, fresh
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2 tbsp hot honey
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1 garlic clove, finely chopped
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1 lb skinless, boneless chicken thighs
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A pinch of salt and ground black pepper, or to your taste
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2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1/4 cup olive oil
→ Corn Salad
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1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
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Green onions (2), sliced thin
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Kernels from 6 ears of fresh sweet corn
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1 tbsp lime peel, freshly grated
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1/4 cup sour cream
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A sprinkle of salt and ground black pepper (adjust as you like)
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2 tbsp lime juice, freshly squeezed
# Steps:
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In a zip-top bag or glass container, put the chicken. Mix the olive oil, lemon juice, hot honey, lemon zest, garlic, and some salt and pepper in a bowl. Pour it over the chicken and let it soak up the goodness for a quick 30 minutes, or leave it overnight for maximum flavor.
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Crank up the grill to its max heat. Toss the chicken on when it's fiery hot, cooking for about 5 minutes until it’s easy to flip. Turn it over and keep grilling for another 5-6 minutes, or until the chicken's middle hits 165°F. Let it rest for a few minutes, then serve with a splash of extra hot honey.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the corn, cilantro, and green onions. In a separate smaller bowl, stir together the sour cream, lime juice, zest, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour the sour cream mix into the corn and toss well. Taste and tweak the seasoning until it’s just right.
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Dish up the chicken next to the corn salad, and dig into this vibrant and tasty meal!
# Notes:
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Letting the chicken soak overnight makes it extra flavorful and soft, but even a quick half-hour soak works fine.