Cilantro Lime Chicken
Cilantro Lime Chicken is juicy and perfectly flavorful, marinated in a fresh mix of lime juice, herbs, garlic, and spices.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil not extra virgin
- 1 lime juice and zest
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 pounds (900 grams) chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine all of the marinade ingredients (olive oil, zest of a lime, juice of a lime, garlic, cilantro, honey, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper).
- Give the marinade a whisk then add the chicken thighs, and mix so the chicken thighs are thoroughly coated. Cover, and allow to marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes but preferably longer, and up to 24 hours. Alternatively, this can be done in a ziptop bag.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook using your preferred method, until the chicken is cooked through, and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F/74°C.
Notes
- Ways to cook boneless, skinless chicken thighs:
- To Grill: Preheat your outdoor or indoor grill pan, oil the grill grates, and add the chicken. Cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until you get grill marks and the chicken is cooked through.
- To Cook in a Skillet: Preheat a cast iron or stainless steel skillet over medium-high heat. Add two tablespoons of oil and the marinated chicken thighs. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- To Air Fry: Cook chicken thighs for 12-15 minutes at 390°F/200°C, flipping over halfway through the cooking time.
- To Bake: Add the marinated chicken thighs to a sheet pan or baking dish and cook in a preheated 400°F/200°C oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until fully cooked.
- You can also use this marinade recipe for other cuts of chicken, including chicken breasts, tenders, or bone-in chicken pieces.
- For the best flavor, let the chicken sit in the marinade for several hours. Minimally, marinate for 30 minutes, and for no longer than 24 hours.
- To Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 240kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 144mg | Sodium: 341mg | Potassium: 411mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 289IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 2mg
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