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Cilantro Lime Chicken Thighs

Truly the most AMAZING zesty cilantro-lime marinade ever! The chicken comes out perfectly juicy and so tender.

Prep Time
2 hrs 15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 35 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American , International

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Instructions

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  1. In a medium bowl, combine cilantro, 2 tablespoons olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper.
  2. In a gallon size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine chicken and cilantro mixture; marinate for at least 2 hours to overnight, turning the bag occasionally. Drain the chicken from the marinade.
  3. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a cast iron grill pan over medium high heat.* Working in batches, add chicken to the grill pan in a single layer and cook until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  4. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • *If you do not have a cast iron grill pan, you can also use a large cast iron skillet.
  • cast iron grill pan
  • large cast iron skillet