Cilantro Lime Chicken
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Cilantro Lime Chicken
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Juicy and tender cilantro lime chicken infused with fresh cilantro, tangy lime, and classic Mexican seasonings in an easy marinade.
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Ingredients
- 6-8 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on (see Notes for alternative cuts of chicken)
- ½ cup packed cilantro, plus more for garnish
- 6 tablespoons lime juice
- 7 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
Instructions
- Poke holes all over the chicken thighs using a fork. Do not pierce the chicken skin, only the meat.
- Add the cilantro, lime juice, 6 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, salt, onion powder, and ground cumin to a food processor or blender. Pulse until smooth.
- Combine the marinade and chicken in a bowl or large zip-top storage bag. Marinate for 1 hour, up to 8 hours.
- Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit on the counter to come to room temperature for about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes with the skin side down, or until they're golden brown.
- Flip the chicken thighs over, transfer the hot skillet to the preheated oven, and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest in the skillet for 5 more minutes. The temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro and lime wedges before serving.
Notes
- If using boneless skinless chicken breasts, you'll need about 2 to 3 pounds. Make sure to pound them to an even thickness so they cook evenly. Bake them uncovered in a large rimmed baking dish for 20-30 minutes at 425°F or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Remove them from the oven, and let them rest for 5 minutes. The internal temperature should now be 165°F.
- If using boneless skinless chicken thighs, you'll need about 2 to 3 pounds. Bake them in a large-rimmed baking dish for 15 to 18 minutes at 425°F or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Remove them from the oven, and let them rest for 5 minutes. The internal temperature should now be 165°F.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
251kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
22g
(44%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
11g
Trans Fat
0.02g
Cholesterol
107mg
(36%)
Sodium
975mg
(41%)
Potassium
311mg
(9%)
Fiber
0.2g
(1%)
Sugar
0.3g
(1%)
Vitamin A
104IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
20mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 251 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 251kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 107mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 975mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 311mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.3g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 104IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.8
36 reviews
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