This simple but delicious grilled chicken is sure to be a family favorite!
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American
Keyword
5 Spice Grilled Chicken
Prep Time7minutes
Cook Time30minutes
Total Time37minutes
Servings6people
Ingredients
2tspCayenne Pepper
2 1/2tspChili powder
2 TBSPGarlic powder
2large limezested & juiced
4-6lbs.chicken thighs
1tspsalt
1tspblack pepper
Instructions
Zest limes and add zest to medium size bowl, then juice and set aside.
Add cayenne pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, lime zest, salt and pepper to bowl and mix well.
Divide chicken into 2 1-gallon freezer bags. (If freezing, be sure to label bags ahead of time.) Add lime juice and marinate chicken in bag for at least 4 hours or longer, or press out air from bag and freeze.
Thaw if frozen. Then grill on medium heat for 25-30 minutes.
Once cooked let chicken rest for 3 minutes,then squeeze fresh lime juice over top and serve with your favorite sides and enjoy!