1. Prepare the Chicken:

• Start by seasoning the chicken thighs. In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

   

• Rub the spice mixture evenly over each chicken thigh, ensuring they are well coated. Set aside while you prepare the sauce.

   

2. Make the Sweet Chili Lime Sauce:

• In a separate bowl, whisk together the lime zest, lime juice, soy sauce, and sweet chili sauce until well combined. Set aside.

   

• Optionally, add a few drops of sesame oil to the sauce for extra flavor. Adjust the amount according to your preference.

   

3. Cook the Chicken:

• Heat avocado oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat.

   

• Once the oil is hot, add the seasoned chicken thighs to the pan in a single layer. Cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.

   

• Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.

   

4. Prepare the Sauce and Finish Cooking:

• In the same skillet, add the julienned ginger and minced garlic. Saute for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

   

• Pour the prepared sweet chili lime sauce into the skillet, stirring to combine with the ginger and garlic.

   

• Return the cooked chicken thighs back to the skillet, coating them evenly with the sauce.

   

• Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the chicken simmer in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the chicken to absorb the sauce.

   

• Make sure the chicken is fully cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.

   

5. Serve:

• Once the chicken is cooked and the sauce has thickened, remove the skillet from the heat.
  
  
• Garnish with additional lime zest or chili oil.

   

• Serve the Sweet Chili Lime Chicken hot, accompanied by your favorite sides like steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a salad.