The perfect chicken dinner for those nights when you want to keep it simple, these Easy Lime Baked Chicken Thighs are tender, juicy, and full of flavor.
As much as I hate to admit it, I have come to realize that I thrive on being busy. Sometimes I think I’m going to lose my mind because there is too much to do and too little time, but when things get quiet and slow for very long, I start to get antsy. I wouldn’t know what to do without an overflowing to-do list and days filled from sun up to (long after) sun down. (Although let me be clear – I do cherish those moments when I have down time!!)
But while I’m go-go-going, sometimes my body yells at me to stop. Too little sleep, too much stress. I rarely get sick. When a cold or fever goes through my house, I’m not the one that catches them. Every once in awhile, though, my body says enough is enough. I’ll catch one of those bugs and it will wipe me out completely. And this weekend, one of those bugs struck.
I spent the last 2 days in bed, not wanting to move because of a headache that wouldn’t leave no matter what I did. As I laid in bed, neglecting all of my motherly duties and all of my blogging duties, I had to remind myself that my body was telling me to slow down. To take a day (or two) off. That the world won’t fall apart if I relax.
I obviously need that reminder time to time. It also reminds me that it’s always a good idea to simplify when I can, and to cut back when I can.
Now, I’m not one to ever really go crazy or over the top with dinner plans. I tend to always keep things pretty simple. But these Easy Lime Baked Chicken Thighs just may be my new fall back when I’m feeling that need to slow down. Because dinner really doesn’t get much easier than this recipe. You can honestly have this prepped and ready to slide into the oven before the oven has even had time to preheat completely. You can’t beat that for simplicity!
Why use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts?
I have long been a fan of chicken thighs. While I do use breasts often, they are hard to cook and keep moist and flavorful. It seems like 15 seconds too long in the oven and you have dry, tasteless chicken. You don’t run into that problem as easily with chicken thighs. They are very forgiving, aka super easy to cook, and they have so much more flavor. You are adding a few extra calories and fat grams, but it’s all worth it to me! You could definitely sub in chicken breasts if you want, but you won’t get the juicy, flavorful chicken that you would by using thighs.
Weeknights or weekend – these Easy Lime Baked Chicken Thighs just may become your go-to, as well!
Here are more boneless chicken thigh recipes:
Pressure Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
Cheesy Ranch Chicken with Potatoes
Grilled Brown Sugar Mustard Chicken
Lemon Butter Chicken Thigh Recipe from Wonky Wonderful
Crock Pot Balsamic Caprese Stuffed Chicken Thighs from Sugar-Free Mom
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Easy Lime Baked Chicken Thighs
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 6 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons butter cut into small cubes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425ºF. Spray a 9x13-inch dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place the chicken thighs in the baking dish. Pour the lime juice evenly over the chicken.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, chicken bouillon granules, salt, poultry seasoning, thyme, pepper and paprika. Sprinkle evenly over the chicken. Dot the chicken with the butter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until a thermometer reads 165º.
Beverly says
I’ve made this recipe several times over the years and have been pleased with the outcome. the chicken thighs are tender and delicious!I usually use half the thigh weight for two of us, but the whole amount of sauce as the extra lime/butter flavors the jasmine rice I often serve with this quick and easy recipe.
Bev says
A great recipe which I have made several times over the last year (or 2?)! The chicken thighs are always tender and the topping is delicious!
Veenas says
A Very Yummy Wonderful Recipe !!! WOW Nice Photos to See. I’ll Definitely Try it. Thank You For Sharing.
Kristy says
My family loved these, they’re definitely going on our rotation. Super easy and very flavorful. We had them over supergreens noodles and corn as a side, all the flavors went perfectly together. Thank you much for sharing!
Receta de pollo says
I congratulate you on this recipe. I love!
Heather Marshall says
My husband absolutely loves this dish, very flavorful amd juicy!!! We usually make this with butter rice and roasted Brussel Sprouts❤
Lori P says
This recipe just showed up in my Google newsfeed and I can’t wait to try it! I also see a cupcake recipe that I need to investigate as well. 🙂