Step 1

In a mixing bowl, whisk together two tablespoons of olive oil, lime juice and zest, cumin, chili powder, minced garlic, honey, salt, pepper, and chopped cilantro. You can also pulse in a food processor until it's combined.

Step 2

Combine the marinade and chicken thighs in a bowl or shallow dish. Marinate chicken for 30 minutes to an hour in the fridge.

Step 3

When the chicken is done marinating, take it out of the fridge and let it sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 425 degrees fahrenheit.

Step 5

Heat the remaining one tablespoon of olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes with the skin side down, until they're golden brown.

Step 6

Then flip the chicken and sear the other side for 2-3 minutes. The chicken will not be fully cooked at this point.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake the chicken thighs for 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees fahrenheit.

Step 8

Remove the chicken from the oven, let it rest for 5 minutes, and garnish with extra lime slices and cilantro leaves before serving.