Lime-Chili Sous Vide Chicken Thighs
Lime-Chili Sous Vide Chicken Thighs deliver ultra-juicy meat with a vibrant citrus tang and a gentle, smoky heat from chipotle and chili powders. A final high-heat sear crisps the skin to golden perfection, balancing brightness with savory spice. Ideal for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering where bold flavors and tender texture shine.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook2 hrs 5 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Lime-Chili Sous Vide Chicken Thighs, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 61 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 89 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 40
- Heart Health
- 73
- Metabolic
- 16
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 37
- Performance
- 45
- General Wellness
- 1
Fill a large pot with water and insert a sous vide immersion cooker. Set it to 160 degrees F (71 degrees C) following the manufacturer's instructions.
- 2
Cut one lime into 8 slices. Cut the second lime into 4 wedges. Mix the garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, chipotle powder, paprika, and cayenne in a small bowl.
- 3
Lay the chicken thighs skin-side down on a cutting board. Carefully trim any excess fat and skin flaps. Sprinkle the seasoning on both sides of the chicken, rubbing some under the skin. Place the chicken thighs in a large vacuum bag and put a lime slice on the top and bottom of each thigh. Seal the bag with a vacuum sealer.
- 4
Place the bag in the water and set a timer for 2 hours.
- 5
When the timer goes off, remove the chicken from the bag and pat it completely dry with paper towels. Discard the lime slices and the bag juices. Lightly press each thigh flat with your palm and a paper towel, using gentle pressure to create an even searing surface.
- 6
Heat oil in a skillet over high heat. Lightly season the chicken with salt and pepper. Place the chicken in the hot skillet, skin-side down, and sear until well browned, about 1 minute.
- 7
Move the chicken around the skillet with tongs, pressing it against the skillet's side to evenly brown all edges. Flip the thighs and brown for 30 seconds more.
- 8
Remove from the heat and let rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving. Squeeze the lime wedges over the top.
- Calories 100.94 kcal Moderate 5%
- Protein 4.49 g Low Source 9%
- Carbohydrate 5.05 g 2%
- Total Fat 7.56 g Moderate 10%
- Saturated Fat 1.55 g Moderate 8%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 24.17 mg Moderate 8%
- Sodium 54.1 mg Low Source 2%
- Dietary Fiber 1.26 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 0.69 g --
- Added Sugars 0.01 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 16.1 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 0.49 mg Low Source 3%
- Potassium 54.55 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 2.15 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 10.19 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Lime Chili Sous Vide Chicken Thighs is made with 11 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 2 hrs 20 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Avocado Oil, Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Thigh, and Chili Powder. Each serving provides about 100.94 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Lime-Chili Sous Vide Chicken Thighs made of?
- The main ingredients are Avocado Oil, Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Thigh, Chili Powder, Chipotle Powder. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Lime-Chili Sous Vide Chicken Thighs?
- About 2 hrs 20 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 2 hrs 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 100.94 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Lime-Chili Sous Vide Chicken Thighs easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 11 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Lime-Chili Sous Vide Chicken Thighs healthy?
- Lime-Chili Sous Vide Chicken Thighs has an easyChef Pro health score of 48/100. Per serving, it provides 100.94 calories and 4.49 g of protein, or 9% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 1.55 g (8% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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